Director, IP & Litigation Attorney

TransUnion • Chicago, IL

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

At TransUnion, we strive to build an environment where our associates are in the driver’s seat of their professional development, while having access to help along the way. We encourage everyone to pursue passions and take ownership of their careers. With the support of colleagues and mentors, our associates are given the tools needed to get where they want to go. Regardless of job titles, our associates have the opportunity to learn new things and be a leader every day. Come be a part of our team – you’ll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology.

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years as an IP attorney, preferably with fintech or financial services experience.
• Strong technical literacy—ideally with a background or comfort in software, blockchain, data systems, or fintech innovations.
• Proven expertise in patent prosecution, trademark filings, and IP portfolio management.
• Solid experience drafting and negotiating complex IP agreements.
• Demonstrated litigation and dispute-resolution capabilities, including USPTO proceedings and/or federal court.
• Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent legal writing and communication—able to simplify complex IP concepts for non-legal stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking and business acumen to align IP initiatives with product and market goals.
• Ability to work independently and within a matrixed, international, fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Nice To Haves

• Technical/scientific bachelor’s or master’s degree (e.g., CS, engineering, fintech).
• Exposure to global IP systems and connected IP strategy across jurisdictions.
• Demonstrated ability to lead workshops, trainings, or mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Advise on the development and execution of global IP strategies—including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets—to align with corporate goals.
• Prepare, file, prosecute, and maintain IP applications in key regions, coordinating with local counsel as needed.
• Conduct IP diligence in partnerships, joint ventures, M&A, and licensing to evaluate risks and opportunities.
• Draft and negotiate IP-related agreements: licenses, NDAs, technology transfers, joint development deals, etc.
• Monitor global filings and enforce IP rights—oversee infringement analyses, cease-and-desist letters, and dispute resolution.
• Manage litigation, administrative proceedings (e.g., USPTO, EPO, TTAB/PTAB), and enforcement actions.
• Manage a portfolio of commercial litigation and disputes related to our customer (B2B) businesses.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other functional areas such as product, engineering, marketing, and operations to identify and protect new IP.
• Provide internal training on IP best practices, risk mitigation, and compliance.
• Stay current on global IP law developments and fintech-specific regulations to inform strategy and compliance.
• Advise on legal matters related to global real estate transactions, including lease negotiations, property acquisitions, compliance with local regulations, and coordination with external counsel.

Benefits

• TransUnion provides flexible benefits including flexible time off for exempt associates, paid time off for non-exempt associates, up to 12 paid holidays per year, health benefits (including medical, dental, and vision plan options and health spending accounts), mental health support, disability benefits, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave, adoption assistance, fertility planning coverage, legal benefits, long-term care insurance, commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, charity gift matching, employee stock purchase plan, 401(k) retirement savings with employer match, and access to TransUnion’s Employee Resource Groups.
• Spousal, domestic partner, and other eligible dependent coverage is available on select health and welfare plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree