Legal Counsel

Job description

Ericsson Overview

Ericsson is a world-leading provider of telecommunications equipment and services to mobile and fixed network operators. Over 1,000 networks in more than 180 countries use Ericsson equipment, and more than 40 percent of the world's mobile traffic passes through Ericsson networks. Using innovation to empower people, business and society, we are working towards the Networked Society, in which everything that can benefit from a connection will have one. At Ericsson, we apply our innovation to market-based solutions that empower people and society to help shape a more sustainable world.

We are truly a global company, working across borders in 175 countries, offering a diverse, performance-driven culture and an innovative and engaging environment where employees enhance their potential every day. Our employees live our vision, core values and guiding principles. They share a passion to win and a high responsiveness to customer needs that in turn makes us a desirable partner to our clients. To ensure professional growth, Ericsson offers a stimulating work experience, continuous learning and growth opportunities that allow you to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to reach your career goals.

Main Responsibilities

·  Assist Ericsson's Associate General Counsel–Litigation in the day-to-day management of the Company's litigation matters in North America
·  Day-to-day management of cases, including assisting with selecting and supervising outside counsel, attending depositions and hearings as appropriate, attending mediations, attending trials, and keeping management generally informed about the status of each case
·  Reviewing and approving pleadings, briefs and other court filings
·  Managing legal hold distribution and compliance, responding to discovery requests, overseeing the collection and production of documents and electronic records, identifying employees with knowledge of relevant facts; and responding to third-party subpoenas
·  Interviewing witnesses and preparing witnesses for depositions
·  Managing and coordinating responses to indemnity demands

Qualifications

·  J.D. and/or LLM degree and strong academic achievement
·  At least two years of hands-on experience working on patent litigation matters
·  An engineering degree, particularly in electrical engineering, computer science, or similar discipline
·  Prior experience in or familiarity with the telecommunications industry is preferred but not required
·  Clerkship experience with a federal district court or the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals, though not a prerequisite, would be a plus
·  High integrity and ethics coupled with drive and persistency
·  Collaborative team player who works effectively in a multinational matrix organization
·  Proven track record in effectively building relationships and engaging at all levels
·  Strong written and oral communication skills

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Therefore employees assigned may be required to perform additional job tasks required by the manager.

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