Assistant General Counsel, Patents
Redmond, WA 
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Posted 26 days ago
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OverviewThe Patent Team at Microsoft helps the business navigate the worldwide patent ecosystem to enable the business to drive its strategies globally and freely innovate across all of Microsoft's products and services. In addition to building a world class patent portfolio that covers some of the world's most innovative software and hardware, we are the trusted advisor for the business in navigating the highly complex patent landscape. As an Assistant General Counsel, Patents in the Intellectual Property Group at Microsoft, you will lead a team of experienced patent counsel who support the Experiences and Devices business at Microsoft. This team leads the patent strategy for key productivity products and services being powered by the current AI revolution. You will have a critical role in developing and shaping the patent strategy underpinning our world-class patent portfolio, advancing business-minded IP strategies, and resolving patent disputes. This opportunity is based in Redmond, Washington. Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
ResponsibilitiesLead a team supporting the Experiences and Devices business that collaborates with scientists and engineers to harvest inventions and set strategies to best protect key Microsoft innovations throughout the world.Devise and lead strategies that utilize IP to ensure Microsoft's freedom to innovate and operate, through licensing, joint development, and standards engagement. Engage with and advise senior leaders on creative IP strategies designed to protect Microsoft innovations, enable new business opportunities, and address potential IP challenges. Lead a team of patent counsel and paralegals with considerable experience in the development of strategic patent portfolio development, client counseling, transactions, and IP dispute management. OtherEmbody our Culture and Values

 

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