Technical Advisor

White & Case LLP•Washington, DC

About The Position

Our Intellectual Property (IP) Practice specializes in providing strategic legal services related to the protection, enforcement and commercialization of intellectual property rights. We provide specialized advice on a broad spectrum of IP matters, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets and patent licensing agreements. Our team excels in developing and implementing IP strategies, conducting IP due diligence, and managing IP litigation and dispute resolution. In addition to these core services, we offer counsel on IP portfolio management, branding and the negotiation of technology transfer agreements. Leveraging our extensive expertise and global reach, we help clients safeguard their innovations, maximize the value of their IP assets and navigate the complexities of international IP law, ensuring competitive advantage in the market. The Senior Advisor, Specialist Advisors provides professional support and guidance within own area of specialism. The Senior Advisor conducts detailed analysis and investigation to provide advice, identify solutions and improvements to existing approaches, working with legal teams across the Firm.

Requirements

Sound analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently conduct detailed analysis, investigate issues and identify solutions, seeking guidance only on atypical or complex issues
Sound communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written, to effectively engage with team members and occasionally external stakeholders
Bachelor's degree and PhD or Masters in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Responsibilities

Provides professional advice with a particular focus on patent, trade secret, copyright and other complex technology-related disputes involving software, algorithms and digital content
Liaises with Litigation and Intellectual Property partners and associates to address complex issues and challenges, leveraging knowledge of a specialism to provide effective solutions
Conducts in-depth research and analysis on prevalent issues within an area of specialism, providing insights on client matters
Maintains client and case files, facilitating efficient data management and ensuring regulatory compliance
May assist in scoping and project management to ensure timely and effective delivery of specialist advisory services
Promotes a culture of continuous learning within the team, leading by example in maintaining up-to-date knowledge of specialist advisories and regulatory changes
Providing professional support to the development of innovative solutions to complex problems and operational challenges