The Goodyear Tire & Rubber

Senior Legal Counsel - Intellectual Property & Technology

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber$130K — $180K *
Akron, OH 44312In-Person
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
  • Active admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and a state bar
  • Preferred background in electrical, mechanical, or chemical engineering/chemistry
  • At least 8 years of experience in intellectual property law focusing on patent strategies and client counseling
  • Strong expertise in patent prosecution and IP portfolio management

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with senior technology leaders to develop and execute patent strategies
  • Manage and handle patent prosecution activities, including drafting and filing applications
  • Provide strategic advice on IP portfolio management and enforcement to senior leaders
  • Draft, review, and negotiate IP-related agreements, including licensing and collaboration contracts
  • Conduct legal research and draft opinions on freedom to operate and patentability
  • Stay updated on changes in IP law and ensure organizational compliance
  • Train clients and staff on IP matters and manage related disputes

Benefits

  • Work at Goodyear's Global Headquarters in Akron, Ohio
  • Opportunity to collaborate with a global legal team
  • Engagement with senior technology leaders
  • Involvement in strategic IP planning and execution
  • Access to training for clients and staff in IP-related areas
Full Job Description
The Senior Legal Counsel, Intellectual Property & Technology is responsible for advising and partnering with these leaders to ensure the protection and leveraging of Goodyear's intellectual property assets. The role involves a mix of patent strategy development and implementation, legal opinions, and transactional responsibilities. Being based at Goodyear's Global Headquarters in Akron, Ohio, you will be a member of the global Intellectual Property and Technology legal team.

Job Duties / Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

  • Collaborate with senior technology leaders to develop and execute comprehensive patent strategies
  • Manage/directly handle patent prosecution activities, including drafting and filing patent applications, responding to office actions, and coordinating with external patent counsel
  • Provide strategic advice to Senior leaders on IP portfolio management and enforcement
  • Draft, review, and negotiate IP-related agreements, including, but not limited to patent licensing, confidentiality, joint-venture, and collaboration agreements. Conduct IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and other business transactions
  • Conduct thorough legal research and draft legal opinions on freedom to operate, patentability, and invalidity as needed
  • Stay current with changes in IP law and regulations and ensure compliance with relevant legal standards
  • Counsel internal clients on various IP and technology topics
  • Train clients and staff on IP-related matters. Manage intellectual property disputes as they arise


Key Experience
  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
  • Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and a state bar
  • Electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or chemical engineering/chemistry background preferred, although other technical backgrounds will be considered
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in intellectual property law, with a focus on patent strategies and client counseling
  • Strong background in patent prosecution, portfolio management, and strategic IP planning
  • Experience with patent litigation and enforcement


Key Skills
  • Strong negotiation skills and experience in licensing agreements
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and senior leadership
  • Expertise in use and/or counseling for artificial intelligence (AI) tools a plus


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About The Goodyear Tire & Rubber

Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies, with operations in most regions of the world. Together with its subsidiaries and joint ventures, Goodyear develops, markets and sells tires for most applications.

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Join the dynamic team at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, a global leader in tire manufacturing, where innovation drives us forward and a commitment to excellence is shared across our global network. This is an unparalleled opportunity to advance your career with a company that is at the forefront of technological and environmental advancements in the industry.

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At The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, you will be part of a culture that thrives on diversity, leadership, and professional growth. Engage in work that pushes the boundaries of what's possible in tire technology and services, contributing to a safer, more efficient world.

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Learn more about The Goodyear Tire & Rubber
Size
72,000 employees
Market Cap
$2.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$1.2 billion
Founded
1998
5 Year Trend
+2.9%
Revenue
$12.3 billion
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