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The Senior Paralegal, Brand Protection will be a key member of the Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Legal Department.  This position will work closely with outside counsel, other members of the legal department, third party vendors, and internal clients across all brands and departments. The ideal candidate will have deep experience with addressing infringement issues on online marketplaces and social media platforms, including familiarity will all takedown processes and relevant brand owner programs.  This position will report to the Vice President, Associate General Counsel.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the Company's online brand protection program including serving as the primary point of contact with relevant external vendors and outside counsel
• Serve as the Company's in-house expert on addressing IP infringements online, particularly but not exclusively on online marketplaces and social media platforms
• Analyze and track infringements for all brands across all areas of relevant IP including trademarks, copyrights, industrial designs and otherwise
• Draft, review and oversee takedowns, DMCAs, UDRPs, and C&Ds
• Escalate matters to in-house and/or outside counsel as warranted
• Assist in-house and/or outside counsel with pre-litigation and litigation matters

• Help scale processes for brand protection such as creating and maintaining templates, guidelines, and playbooks

• Work closely with the IP Manager to become familiar with the company's worldwide portfolio of design patents, trademarks, patents, copyrights, and domain names

• Coordinate with Company's Asset Protection function as needed 

Requirements/ Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience
• Significant experience with IP enforcement and/or brand protection workflows especially on marketplaces and social media platforms
• Knowledge of the relevant IP laws and ability to apply and distinguish among them 
• Proven ability to work within a team, with strong client relationship and communication skills
• Ability to work well with members of the business and other non-legal professionals
• Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail 
• Ideal candidates should have the ability to work independently, communicate effectively, efficiently handle a shifting workload, and analyze complex situations.
• A four-year college degree is required.

Our Culture & Values

We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing. 

People First

Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:

Benefits

• A generous discount on all WSI brands
• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
• Tax-free commuter benefits
• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health

Continued Learning

• In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
• Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
• Resources for self-development
• Advisor (Mentor) program
• Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series  

Our Company 

Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, PBteen, West Elm, Williams Sonoma Home, Rejuvenation, Mark and Graham, GreenRow and our newest brand, Dormify.  These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces.  We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, omni-channel, global enterprise supported by some of the most talented teams in retail - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas. 

This role is based in SF and is hybrid, in office Monday - Thursday, work from home on Friday.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $100K - $140K.  Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.

WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.

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Our Company
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, Rejuvenation, West Elm, Mark & Graham, Outward, and GreenRow. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.