Assistant General Counsel, Intellectual Property

As the Assistant General Counsel at Robinhood, your primary responsibilities will include managing our IP strategy, supporting patent and trademark lifecycles, and providing legal advice on various IP issues. You will conduct trademark searches to assist in advising the business on new ideas and products, and also manage a large global trademark portfolio. Your role will also involve reviewing IP-related agreements and assisting with litigation and licensing transactions.

To qualify for the Assistant General Counsel position at Robinhood, you need to hold a J.D. degree (or its foreign equivalent) and be a member of at least one U.S. state bar. Additionally, 8+ years of legal practice with a focus on intellectual property enforcement is required. Familiarity with global IP processes and strong communication skills are also essential for this role.

The culture at Robinhood is vibrant and inclusive, emphasizing collaboration and growth. As an Assistant General Counsel, you'll appreciate the focus on teamwork, the value of diverse backgrounds, and the encouragement to express your ideas. The company provides comprehensive support, making it an ideal environment for legal professionals poised to make meaningful contributions.

Robinhood is dedicated to the professional growth of its employees, including those in the Assistant General Counsel role. You'll have access to an annual lifestyle wallet for personal development, mental health support, and a lively office filled with resources aimed at enhancing your skills and knowledge. The company encourages taking ownership of your career trajectory.

As an Assistant General Counsel at Robinhood, you can expect a competitive compensation package that includes 100% paid health insurance for employees, a wellness wallet, generous time off policies, and equity participation plans. Additionally, you will enjoy a supportive workplace environment with catered meals and a focus on employee well-being.

When answering this question, be sure to highlight specific examples from your experience where you've successfully managed trademark portfolios. Discuss the processes you've implemented for filing and monitoring trademarks and how you've handled challenges that arose during management.

In your response, discuss the strategies you apply in IP litigation management, such as the importance of proactive communication with external counsel, comprehensive documentation practices, and ensuring all litigation is aligned with the company's broader objectives. Highlight any past successes using these strategies.

Mention the resources you leverage, such as legal databases, workshops, and professional networks. Explain how you integrate this knowledge into your work and share an instance where staying updated on an IP law change positively impacted your role.

Focus on a specific challenging IP issue, detailing the context, your approach to resolving it, and the eventual outcome. Use this to demonstrate your critical thinking skills and ability to navigate complex legal challenges.

Emphasize the importance of understanding the business goals behind new products. Discuss how to evaluate potential IP risks and develop strategies that align legal protection with the company's vision, ensuring comprehensive guidance.

Share your approach to conflict resolution. Highlight the importance of open communication, active listening, and seeking to understand differing perspectives, which ultimately leads to collaborative solutions.

Discuss how you utilize technology to streamline processes related to IP management, such as software for tracking deadlines, managing filings, or conducting searches. Provide examples of how these technologies have improved your efficiency.

Share specific examples of initiatives or practices you've been involved in that foster diversity within your teams or organizations. Highlight how these efforts led to more innovative solutions and a positive workplace culture.

Explain the strategies you deploy to analyze and mitigate risks related to licensing agreements, such as conducting thorough due diligence, ensuring clear terms, and maintaining ongoing communication with stakeholders.

Craft a compelling answer focused on Robinhood’s mission to democratize finance and how your expertise aligns with this objective. Share your passion for intellectual property and how you see it contributing to the company's innovative journeys.