In-House Counsel, Trademark & Licensing

Position Overview

Atari is seeking an experienced and business-minded attorney to join our in-house legal team. This role focuses on managing our global trademark portfolio, protecting our legendary brands, and negotiating licensing agreements that bring the Atari name to life in exciting new ways. The ideal candidate will have 4–6 years of experience at a top-tier corporate law firm, with a concentration in trademark law, licensing, and commercial transactions.

Reporting to the General Counsel, you will serve as the company's primary legal expert on trademark and licensing matters. You will work closely with our product, marketing, and business development teams to ensure Atari’s intellectual property is protected and leveraged in line with our brand values and commercial goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• IP & Brand Protection

• Manage Atari’s worldwide trademark and copyright portfolio, including filings, renewals, and enforcement actions.

• Conduct clearance searches for new products, games, and initiatives, advising on brand strategy and legal risk.

• Oversee and coordinate with outside counsel on opposition, cancellation, and infringement matters.

• Monitor for unauthorized use, piracy, and counterfeiting, and lead enforcement and revenue recovery actions when needed.

• Licensing & Commercial Transactions

• Draft, review, and negotiate inbound and outbound licensing agreements for game development, co-branding, publishing, and digital media.

• Collaborate with Atari’s licensing team to structure deals that expand brand presence while safeguarding IP integrity.

• Advise on marketing and promotional campaigns involving Atari’s trademarks and copyrights.

• Corporate Legal Support

• Support governance, compliance, and other corporate legal matters.

• Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice to internal teams across global operations.

• Maintain and update standard contract templates and best practice guidelines.

Qualifications

• Law degree (J.D. or equivalent) and admission to practice in at least one jurisdiction.

• 4–6 years of experience in a reputable corporate law firm, with a strong emphasis on trademark law and licensing.

• In-depth knowledge of U.S. and international trademark law, copyright law, IP enforcement strategies, and brand management.

• Proven experience negotiating and drafting complex commercial agreements.

• Familiarity with the video game, entertainment, or consumer products industries strongly preferred.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and internationally.

• Passion for gaming, pop culture, and the Atari brand is a plus.

Salary Range

• $160,000 to $180,000 annually

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Free Video Games: Employees get access to our library of games. Everyone is encouraged to play and enjoy our games on PC or console of their choice (where available).

• Mission-Driven: We’re a team of passionate and creative people, driven by a love for what we do.

• Collaborative Environment: Working at Atari is a collaborative experience on a fun and creative team.

• Level Up Your Skills: As a growing company, no two days are the same. We give our teams the freedom to experiment, challenge themselves, and grow.

• Paid Time Off: We believe in striking a balance between work and play as a core to creating great work.

• Holiday Closure: We close for a week around the holidays each year to give the team a rest.

• Prioritizing Diversity: We want our team to be as diverse as the amazing world of video game and retro fans. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

• Competitive Benefits: 401(k); health, dental, and vision insurance.