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Principal, Intellectual Property Counsel

Plano, TX · On-site

$153K - $284K/yr

Principal, Intellectual Property Counsel Job ID: 41740 Job Location: (On Site) Melbourne, FL; Rochester, NY; Greenville, TX; Salt Lake City, UT; Plano, TX; or Huntsville, AL Job Schedule: 9/80:

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Brand Protection Counsel, Americas

New York, NY · On-site

$148K - $190K/yr

Reporting directly to the Vice President, Intellectual Property and Brand Protection, the Legal Counsel, Brand Protection will support the Intellectual Property team and develop and implement brand ...

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How much do counsel intellectual property jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for counsel intellectual property in the United States is $191,250.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $141,000.00 and $253,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a counsel intellectual property and why are they important?

To thrive as a Counsel, Intellectual Property, you need a law degree, relevant bar admission, and strong expertise in IP law, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. Familiarity with IP management systems, patent and trademark filing platforms, and legal research databases is typically required. Outstanding analytical abilities, negotiation skills, and clear communication are essential soft skills for advising clients and managing complex legal matters. These competencies are crucial for effectively protecting intellectual property assets and minimizing legal risks for clients or organizations.

What is an intellectual property counsel?

Intellectual property (IP) law encompasses a person’s or company’s inventions or creations, such as new products, logos, music, packaging, or images. An intellectual property counsel advises a person or organization on their legal rights concerning these types of personal creations and works to secure patent, copyright, or trademark protection for them. Specific job duties may vary, depending on the industry. General responsibilities include researching relevant innovations and IP cases, consulting on creative ideas, obtaining patents or licenses for company products, and litigating IP infringements.

What is the difference between Counsel Intellectual Property vs Patent Attorney?

AspectCounsel Intellectual PropertyPatent Attorney
CredentialsLaw degree, bar admission, IP law experienceLaw degree, patent bar exam, technical degree
Work EnvironmentIn-house legal team, corporate settingLaw firms, patent offices, corporate IP departments
Industry UsageLegal counsel for IP strategy, licensing, litigationPatent prosecution, drafting, patent litigation
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Both Counsel Intellectual Property and Patent Attorneys have legal credentials and work within the IP industry. Counsel IP typically provides legal advice on IP strategy and litigation within a company, while Patent Attorneys focus on patent prosecution and drafting. The roles often overlap but differ mainly in their focus areas and work environments.

What are the typical collaboration points between counsel intellectual property and other departments within an organization?

Counsel Intellectual Property professionals frequently collaborate with R&D, marketing, and product development teams to identify and protect innovative ideas. They also work closely with legal and compliance departments to manage intellectual property portfolios, address infringement issues, and ensure regulatory adherence. Effective communication skills are essential, as Counsel IP must translate complex legal concepts into actionable guidance for technical and non-legal colleagues. This cross-functional teamwork plays a crucial role in protecting the organization's intellectual assets and maintaining its competitive edge.

What does a counsel intellectual property do?

A Counsel Intellectual Property is a legal professional who specializes in advising organizations on the protection, management, and enforcement of intellectual property (IP) rights, such as patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. Their work involves conducting IP due diligence, drafting and negotiating licensing agreements, handling infringement disputes, and ensuring that a company's IP portfolio aligns with its business goals. They often collaborate with inventors, engineers, and business leaders to safeguard innovations and creative works from unauthorized use.
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Infographic showing various Counsel Intellectual Property job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $191,250 per year, or $91.9 per hour.

Senior Counsel, Intellectual Property

World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc.

Stamford, CT • On-site

$148K - $202K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Who We Are:
WWE® is the global leader in sports entertainment. The company creates and delivers original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly entertainment on its television programming, Premium Live Events, digital media, and publishing platforms. WWE's TV-PG programming can be seen in more than 1 billion households worldwide in more than 20 languages through world-class distribution partners including Netflix, ESPN, NBCUniversal, USA Network and The CW. WWE is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO). Additional information on WWE can be found at wwe.com and corporate.wwe.com.TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world's premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world's premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.
Working Conditions:
  • Stamford based role
  • Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm

About the Role
WWE is seeking a skilled and proactive Corporate Counsel to join our Business & Legal Affairs team and report into the WWE - Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel and TKO - Head of Intellectual Property and Licensing. The ideal candidate will have approximately 6-8 years of legal experience, focused on intellectual property clearance, prosecution, enforcement and protection as well as drafting and negotiating corporate agreements. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of law, business strategy, and entertainment.
Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct comprehensive clearance searches and provide risk assessments for new brands, products, character names, corporate logos, and apparel slogans.
  • Monitor and enforce the company's intellectual property portfolio (trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets), including drafting and sending cease-and-desist letters, managing takedowns, filing UDRP actions, managing third party enforcement vendors and supporting litigation if necessary.
  • Develop and institute best practices for IP enforcement and protection for infringements, counterfeit and video piracy strategies.
  • Advise on copyright, domain name and related brand protection issues.
  • Support IP enforcement, including monitoring, cease and desist letters, opposition and related disputes.
  • Collaborate with external counsel and IP offices globally on enforcement. Work closely with internal business units on a wide variety of intellectual property related matters.
  • Stay current on relevant legal developments, including changes in IP law and technology affecting brand owners' ability to monitor and enforce proactively.
  • Draft a broad range of contracts relating to sports and entertainment, including intellectual property settlement and coexistence agreements, license agreements, product placement agreements, independent contractor agreements and NDAs.
  • Work closely, collaboratively and enthusiastically with other members of the Business & Legal Affairs team of WWE, WWE affiliates, as well as corresponding business clients.
  • Provide comprehensive legal advice and counsel to internal business units.
  • Provide real-time analysis and advice on business and legal issues, including questions of contract interpretation and enforcement.
  • Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
  • J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to at least one U.S. state bar, and the ability to register as Connecticut authorized in-house counsel.
  • Strong background in trademark clearance, prosecution and enforcement.
  • Experience drafting and negotiating corporate contracts.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
  • Knowledge or willingness to watch current and historical WWE programming.

Required Skills
  • Working and recent knowledge and experience with clearance search work as well as U.S. trademark prosecution (including all filings with the U.S. Trademark Office).
  • Familiarity with domestic and international IP enforcement strategies.

Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive salary and bonus structure
  • Equity/stock options (if applicable)
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match

WWE EEO Statement:
WWE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination in employment. WWE makes employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without considering an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. WWE also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state or local laws. For information about Privacy and Information Security for WWE employment candidates, please review our Candidate Privacy Policy. For information regarding Terms and Conditions for this and other WWE websites, please review our Terms and Conditions.

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