Counsel - Aftermarket IP and Litigation

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Counsel - Aftermarket, IP and Litigation
The candidate will be responsible for, among other things, (i) setting and overseeing the TAP legal budget, (ii) managing TAP's portfolio of real property and leases, (iii) drafting and negotiating various commercial agreements with TAP's suppliers, customers, and third-party vendors, and (iv) advising on various legal matters as the arise, including, among other things, labor and employment matters, intellectual property matters, regulatory compliance matters, and M&A related matters. Will work to build, maintain and enforce a strong intellectual property portfolio in support of Polaris's product development strategy. Responsibilities will include performing, supporting and/or supervising: strategic IP planning, including IP and licensing agreements with key development partners, patent prosecution and enforcement, litigation planning across the company's IP portfolio, due diligence investigations, and freedom to operate analysis. Will assist in managing an active caseload of product liability and commercial litigation and supervising outside counsel on behalf of Polaris. Overseeing and advising the TAP Management team on all legal aspects that arise in connection with the operation of a vertically-integrated auto parts business with worldwide retail, distribution, and manufacturing operations; Managing all TAP real estate matters worldwide ( e.g. , leasing, renewals, permitting, lease administration, etc.). Negotiating, reviewing, and administering the TAP's material commercial contracts. Driving compliance with applicable regulations across the US and Canada ( e.g. , EPA / ARB enforced regulations; OSHA enforced regulations; NHTSA enforced regulations, including TREAD Act and FMVSS, etc.). Assisting with the development and implementation of TAP's employment policies and practices and advising on compliance with applicable state and federal labor laws. Supervising TAP's paralegal/administrative assistant. Developing and implementing strategy, procedures and programs to develop and maintain the intellectual property portfolios and legal rights of Polaris, with an emphasis on the patent portfolio strategy, protection of trade secrets, strong contract negotiation, and evaluation of new inventions. Support and manage patent litigation and pre-litigation activities, including working with outside counsel to develop strategies to defend, resolve and prevent various forms of litigation in the US and international jurisdictions. Assist in the drafting and prosecuting of patent and design applications and manage appeals, oppositions, re-examinations, etc. filed by outside counsel or third-parties. Efficiently manage product liability, warranty and commercial claims and other litigated matters in a manner that reflects internal priorities and protects Polaris's interests. 10+ years' experience, either working at a law firm or in-house, with preference given to candidates with substantive in-house experience are required. Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school are required. Admitted to practice law in any U.S. state and capable of obtaining admission in California and/or Minnesota after hire; admission in California and/or Minnesota preferred. Experience currently or previously practicing in California in the areas of consumer protection, labor and employment and/or litigation are required. Experience negotiating leases and real property transactions are required. Experience practicing patent law in a law firm or corporate legal department with a sophisticated patent practice are required. Experience in the areas of product liability, warranty and/or commercial litigation are required. Ability and desire to actively collaborate with and contribute to the efforts of legal peer team. Strong organizational skills, detail oriented and accurate with ability to establish plans, manage a large and varied workload of assignments with conflicting priorities, follow up, and complete work by deadlines are required. Excellent written and oral communication skills, analytical skills, client relationship skills, and ability to interact with engineers, lawyers, and executives at all levels, both inside and outside the organization are required. High emotional intelligence that shows reflects strength and maturity are required.

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