Filed under: Jobs | 14 April, 2011 | by Chris Lightner

Would you like to pursue a great career opportunity in a rapidly growing, fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment?  At Kids II, we have the opportunity to enhance the daily lives of millions of families around the world and we’re determined to make the most of it. After all, our employees have over 150 kids of their own! If you are looking for a fun and innovative environment that will challenge you and provide room for continued growth, then Kids II is for you.

Kids II, Inc. has 40 years of experience in the juvenile products and toy industry and we have been named as one of Atlanta’s Top 100 Private Companies! We also have affiliates in Asia, Canada, Mexico, Australia, Europe and Japan.  Our global team designs, markets, and distributes a dynamic portfolio of baby and toddler products ranging from toys to bouncer seats to stationary activity centers.

We’re recognized as innovators in the industry and we’re expanding our legal team due to the rapid growth of our business. We have out grown our current location in the northern Atlanta suburbs and will be moving our office. We are relocating to the heart of Buckhead/Atlanta by January 2012. The new office is conveniently located at the corner of Peachtree & Piedmont in one of the largest business districts and is near great restaurants, entertainment, shopping, and luxury condominium living.

The Legal Administrator will be responsible for the overall legal and contract administration of the corporate office.  You will interface with and provide support to the international affiliates in areas of legal and contractual matters.  You will coordinate intellectual property activities and assist with the preparation and filing of patent, trademark and copyright applications.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with the preparation, filing and prosecution of U.S. and international patent applications
• Assist with the preparation of trademark and copyright applications and provide supporting documents and sample products for proof of ownership and first use; provide copyright and trademark ownership documents and reports as needed for international agencies as required
• Maintaining and responding to docket deadlines
• Electronically file documents with the United States Patent and Trademark Office
• Assist with the preparation of vendor contracts and agreements, ensuring that executed copies are received and filed
• Review license agreements and prepare contract summaries for distribution to appropriate parties
• Review contracts to ensure certain terms and conditions are met in areas of deliverables, intellectual property notices, termination dates, and packaging requirements
• Maintain database of all contracts and agreements for tracking purposes and monitor contractual deadlines and deliverables and communicates this information to appropriate departments
• Conduct research for proposed product names to determine availability; coordinate additional searches and follow-up with internal staff and attorneys
• Track all legal expenses against annual budget at a project level, summarize monthly and provide updates
• Research song ownership information; assist in obtaining licenses for use of copyrighted songs in connection with various company offerings
• Assist in gathering information and preparing correspondence in response to CPSC product safety issues; compile information and submit monthly CPSC reports; assist in product recalls and maintain appropriate records
• Coordinate product insurance claims and track costs; assist in legal cases involving product claims
• Provide administrative support to the CCO and Corporate IP Counsel including preparing correspondence, scheduling appointments, managing the filing system, disseminating information, and preparing reports

Candidates will need a two-year certificate from college or technical school; or at least six years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Will need strong communication skills both written and presentation.

Over the years, the Kids II leadership team has helped engineer a culture of collaboration which sparks creativity, productivity and camaraderie. As a company dedicated to bringing new ideas to the play-table, Kids II is all about play. Company events include softball, go-kart racing, birthday parties, baseball games, community service activities and many other events.  Beyond the fun office environment, we offer competitive benefits and our employees have a role within a rising, international company. Our entrepreneurial spirit allows employees to be involved in all aspects of the business.

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