IP & Litigation Counsel

Job Title: IP & Litigation Counsel

Reports to: Assistant General Counsel

Job Location: Los Angeles, CA

Job Status: Exempt

About SHEIN

SHEIN is a global online fashion and lifestyle retailer, offering SHEIN branded apparel and products from global network of vendors, all at affordable prices. Headquartered in Singapore, SHEIN remains committed to making the beauty of fashion accessible to all, promoting its industry-leading, on demand production methodology, for a smarter, future-ready industry. Founded in 2012, SHEIN has more than 16,000 employees operating from offices around the world, and continues to expand operations globally. Join SHEIN and be the future! 

Position Summary

We're seeking a full-time Counsel, IP & Litigation Counsel for our Los Angeles-based corporate office. The Counsel, IP & Litigation Counsel who will be primarily responsible for providing legal advice on a wide-range of IP matters to cross-functional teams and handling the company’s dispute matters. This will include investigating and responding to complaints and managing litigation with outside counsel in connection with various business, employment, intellectual property and other types of commercial and transactional disputes. You will partner closely with members of the US Legal team and business departments and support internal clients of all levels. This is a strong growth opportunity for an enterprising lawyer looking to join a fast-paced and dynamic team.

This role will be primarily responsible for handling the company’s dispute matters but also serve as an IP generalist. This position is expected to be a key business partner and to contribute to the success of the Company by combining both legal and business expertise to understand SHEIN’s operations and strategic goals. This attorney will be expected to work effectively across internal legal and non-legal functions. This role requires a mature individual who can fight fires as needed and provide practical legal advice that supports business objectives.

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinating with internal teams and outside counsel on litigation matters relating to a variety of legal and regulatory matters.
• Providing advice and counsel regarding product designs, including mitigating risk and identifying potentially protectible elements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional business teams on building out the company’s patent program.
• Working with internal and external stakeholders with respect to compliance with SHEIN’s marketplace policies.
• Advising internal teams on marketplace governance matters.
• Counsel and provide legal guidance on general IP matters, including trademark, copyright, and Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy.
• Preparing and responding to takedown notices and cease and desist letters.
• Performing other duties as assigned or required.

Job Requirements

• 5+ years of intellectual property experience at a law firm, including federal intellectual property litigation. 
• Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school.
• Must be a current member of good standing of at least one state bar.
• In-depth knowledge of laws relating to copyright, trademark, trade dress and right of publicity.
• In-depth knowledge of laws pertaining to platform liability.
• Respond to a wide range of legal inquiries from internal stakeholders, focusing on understanding their needs, providing practical solutions and effectively managing risk.
• Self-starter; entrepreneurial, “roll up your sleeves” attitude.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, start-up environment.
• Exceptional legal drafting, research and analytical skills.
• Ability to make quick decisions while exercising good judgment.
• Have a strong work ethic, attention to detail and sense of professional accountability.
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members in other parts of the world.

Nice to Have

• Bilingual in Mandarin.
• A combination of law firm and in-house.
• Admission to practice before the U.S. Trademark and Patent Office.
• Ecommerce, marketplace and/or start-up experience.

Pay $118,500.00 min - $180,200.00 max annually

Benefits and Perks

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
• Health Savings Account with Employer Funding
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent care)
• Company-Paid Basic Life/AD&D insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Benefit Offerings (Voluntary Life/AD&D, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with discretionary company match and access to a financial advisor 
• Vacation, paid holidays, floating holiday and sick days 
• Employee discounts
• Free weekly catered lunch
• Dog-friendly office (available at select locations)
• Free gym access (available at select locations)
• Free swag giveaways
• Annual Holiday Party
• Invitations to pop-ups and other company events
• Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages

SHEIN Distribution is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace environment.