Senior Counsel: Intellectual Property & Advertising Litigation

WPP

New York, NY, United States
Base: $150,000 - $200,000 usd; bonus/equity: not s...
On-site
7+ years ip litigation experience
New york bar admission required
Manage federal and state court disputes
The role involves leading complex intellectual property disputes and providing senior-level advertising and marketing legal support at WPP

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading complex intellectual property disputes and providing senior-level advertising and marketing legal support at WPP.
  • Candidates will partner closely with marketing and brand teams to mitigate litigation risk while advising on growth initiatives and commercial strategy.
  • WPP offers a competitive benefits package and the opportunity to work on projects at an unparalleled scale within the industry.

Matching Summary

The role involves leading complex intellectual property disputes and providing senior-level advertising and marketing legal support at WPP.

Salary

Base: $150,000 - $200,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive benefits package available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years IP litigation experience
  • New York bar admission required
  • Manage federal and state court disputes
  • Advertising clearance and risk review
  • Oversee outside counsel and budgets

Nice-to-have

  • Top-tier law firm background preferred
  • Experience with influencer marketing disputes
  • Knowledge of FTC and state privacy laws
  • Familiarity with SAG-AFTRA guild requirements
  • Background in AI and emerging tech

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from accredited law school
  • Admitted to practice in New York State
  • Minimum 7 years of IP litigation experience
  • Substantial experience managing complex IP disputes in US courts
  • Proven ability to manage litigation budgets and outside counsel

Work Rights

Must be admitted to practice in New York

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