Reed Smith LLP

Chicago - Entertainment (Advertising) Associate (Mid-Level)

Reed Smith LLP Chicago, IL

Our Entertainment and Media practice group is seeking a transactional advertising law associate with 4-6 years of experience to join our Chicago office. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in advertising and marketing law, trademark, copyright, and right of publicity laws, review and negotiation of emerging technology, privacy, and other advertising-adjacent agreements and excellent writing and research skills. This position offers a tremendous opportunity to engage in high-level transactions with a diverse roster of high-profile clients.

Key Responsibilities Will Include

  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various transactional agreements within the advertising and marketing ecosystem, including agency-client creative services and media buying agreements, sponsorship and endorsement agreements, social media influencer agreements, and promotional terms and conditions, including for sweepstakes, contests and loyalty programs.
  • Researching, analyzing, and providing strategic counsel to clients on compliance matters related to claim substantiation, advertising, marketing, promotions, and social media.
  • Counseling clients in connection with advertising, trademark, and copyright disputes. Advising clients on data privacy and security compliance matters and handling related agreements.
  • Conducting due diligence and research to support transactional and compliance matters, including analyzing contract provisions, identifying legal risks, and providing recommendations to clients.
  • Managing client relationships and communicating effectively with clients to understand their goals and objectives and develop tailored legal strategies to achieve them.

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Active bar membership in good standing in the State of Illinois or eligibility for admission via reciprocity.
  • 4-6 years of experience as a transactional associate in a law firm setting, with significant experience in advertising, intellectual property, and/or data privacy.
  • Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • The drive and proficiency to hit the ground running on various transactions at the highest level.
  • Aspires to partnership and views the role as a career-defining opportunity.
  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
  • Industries

    Law Practice

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