Legal Assistant – Intellectual Property (Amazon Brand Protection)

About the Role:

We're seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant with experience in Intellectual Property (IP) law to support our legal and brand protection efforts. This role will primarily focus on Amazon takedowns and IP enforcement, helping protect our trademarks, copyrighted content, product listings, and brand assets from infringement.

You'll work closely with internal stakeholders and external legal counsel to identify infringement, prepare enforcement actions, manage legal documentation, and ensure ongoing compliance with intellectual property laws. Experience with U.S. IP law, particularly as it applies to e-commerce and Amazon marketplaces, is essential.

Responsibilities:

*Manage and execute Amazon IP takedown requests for trademark, copyright, and patent infringement.

*Monitor Amazon and other online marketplaces for unauthorized sellers, counterfeit products, stolen listings, and trademark misuse.

*Conduct legal research on U.S. intellectual property laws, regulations, and case precedents related to trademarks, copyrights, patents, and e-commerce.

*Prepare and assist with cease-and-desist letters, infringement complaints, DMCA notices, and other IP enforcement documentation.

*Review contracts, licensing agreements, and other legal documents to identify potential intellectual property risks.

*Maintain organized records of takedown requests, enforcement actions, legal correspondence, and supporting documentation.

*Coordinate with internal teams, external counsel, Amazon support, and third-party vendors to resolve infringement matters efficiently.

*Assist in developing and improving internal processes related to brand protection and intellectual property compliance.

*Monitor updates to U.S. intellectual property laws and Amazon Brand Registry policies, recommending changes where necessary.

*Support the legal team with additional projects and administrative tasks as needed.

Must-Have Qualifications:

*Experience supporting Intellectual Property (IP) law, with a focus on trademarks, copyrights, and patents.

*Hands-on experience managing Amazon Brand Registry cases and Amazon IP takedown processes.

*Strong understanding of U.S. intellectual property laws and infringement procedures.

*Experience conducting legal research and preparing legal documentation related to IP enforcement.

*Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously.

*Strong written and verbal communication skills.

*High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidential information.

*Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

*Experience supporting e-commerce, consumer products, or beauty brands. *Familiarity with Walmart Marketplace, Shopify, eBay, or other online marketplaces. *Experience working with outside legal counsel and cross-functional business teams. *Knowledge of California or Los Angeles-based IP legal practices is a plus. *Paralegal certification or equivalent legal education.

What Success Looks Like" *Amazon infringement cases are identified and resolved quickly and effectively. *Intellectual property assets are proactively monitored and protected across online marketplaces. *Legal documentation is accurate, organized, and completed on time. *Internal teams receive timely guidance on IP-related matters and compliance. *The company maintains strong brand protection through consistent enforcement of its intellectual property rights.

• Legal Assistant with 2+ years supporting IP law (trademarks, copyrights, patents), hands-on Amazon Brand Registry and takedown experience, strong U.S. IP law knowledge, and legal research/documentation skills.

• E-commerce or consumer product brand experience, familiarity with Walmart/Shopify/eBay marketplaces, cross-functional team collaboration, California/LA IP legal background, and paralegal certification.

• Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Amazon Brand Registry platform, and legal documentation/case management systems.