Lead Counsel, IP Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Lead Counsel, IP (R26558)
Department
Legal & Compliance
Location
Cary, United States
Product
Corporate
Company
Epic Games
Requisition ID
R26558
WHAT

MAKES US EPIC?

At the core of Epic’s success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it’s building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we’re always innovating.
Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We’re constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.
LEGAL
What We Do
Epic’s multi-specialized team of attorneys and legal professionals partner across our organization to provide legal solutions as well as consult and inform on the products we build and games we develop.
What You’ll Do
You will lead the IP legal team responsible for ensuring compliance with copyright and trademark safe harbor laws such as the DMCA and legal support for rights enablement initiatives as well as maintaining and enforcing the company’s trademarks and copyrights. You will ensure responsible and mutually-beneficial use of intellectual property for creators, artists, and developers across the company’s products by supporting the build of world class tools, company IP policies, rights holder engagement and managing IP related escalations.
In this role, you will
Work closely with leadership to develop IP enforcement strategies across all company products and services
Advise on intermediary liability and related IP issues across a broad range of user generated content services
Manage team and resources responsible for development and implementation of trademark and copyright safe harbor compliance tools, practices, and policies as well as maintaining trademark and copyright portfolios
Lead rights holder engagements regarding IP protection
Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends related to intellectual property, rights of publicity and artificial intelligence
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Legal, Business Development, and Product teams, to support strategic initiatives and business goals
What we’re looking for
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Admission to the bar or international equivalent in at least one jurisdiction
At least 7 years of experience practicing intellectual property law, with a focus on intermediary liability and IP enforcement on creator platforms
Strong understanding of copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws and principles
Experience with safe harbor laws such as the DMCA and A17
Experience drafting and negotiating complex licensing agreements, preferably in the technology or entertainment industry is a plus
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Passion for gaming and familiarity with the gaming industry is a plus

EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS

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EPIC LIFE

Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.