Senior Associate/advocate Ipr Hyderabad

Company Description

Altacit Global is an ISO 9001 certified and CRISIL Rated law firm with a strong regional presence in Bangalore, Chennai, Cochin, Coimbatore, and Hyderabad. Specializing in Corporate and Intellectual Property Law, the firm is consistently ranked among India’s top law firms by global legal guides such as Legal 500, Chambers and Partners, and Asia IP. Known for its commitment to excellence, Altacit Global delivers high-quality legal services tailored to clients’ needs. For more information, please visit our website at www.altacit.com.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site role, based in Hyderabad, is for a Senior Associate/Advocate specializing in Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). The candidate will handle day-to-day tasks including managing intellectual property portfolios, drafting and prosecuting patent and trademark applications, conducting IP-related research, and advising clients on legal strategies. Additional responsibilities include preparing legal documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and representing clients in legal proceedings when necessary.

Responsibilities:

Drafting & Filing: Prepare and file patent, trademark, copyright, and design applications, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.

IPR Strategy: Assist in developing strategies for IP protection, portfolio management, and enforcement.

Legal Research: Conduct in-depth research on intellectual property laws, precedents, and international regulations.

Prosecution & Opposition: Handle patent and trademark prosecution, oppositions, cancellations, and infringement actions.

Contracts & Agreements: Draft, review, and negotiate IP-related agreements, including licensing, assignments, confidentiality, and technology transfer agreements.

Corporate Advisory: Provide legal advice on corporate compliance, governance, and regulatory issues.

Corporate Documentation: Draft and review corporate agreements such as shareholder agreements, NDAs, service agreements, and joint venture agreements.

Compliance: Ensure adherence to domestic and international IP regulations, corporate laws, and reporting deadlines.

Client Interaction: Collaborate with clients to understand business needs and provide legal solutions on IP and corporate matters.

Litigation Support: Assist in IP litigation and corporate legal disputes, including preparing pleadings, evidence, and arguments.

Qualifications:

Ø Strong understanding of technical concepts and the ability to grasp new technologies quickly

Ø Analytical mindset with attention to detail

Ø Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ø Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team

Ø Time management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously

Ø Bachelors in Law with good academic record