In‑House IP Lawyer – Brazil (São Paulo)

About the role

BrandMonitor is seeking an experienced IP Lawyer to join its global legal team and lead enforcement actions across Brazil. The role is remote‑first but requires regular on‑site presence in São Paulo for court hearings, raids and coordination with authorities.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, monitor and investigate IP infringements throughout Brazil.
• Draft and send cease‑and‑desist letters, legal claims and negotiate settlements.
• Represent rights holders in pre‑litigation, civil and criminal IP proceedings.
• Coordinate and participate in search‑and‑seizure operations and other enforcement actions with police, customs, prosecutors and regulatory agencies.
• Prepare powers of attorney, affidavits, criminal complaints, petitions and other litigation documents.
• Build and maintain relationships with law enforcement, courts and service providers.
• Recover monetary compensation through settlements or court decisions.
• Support internal legal and business matters such as contracts, compliance, office setup and banking.

Required profile

• Law degree and active registration with the Brazilian Bar Association (OAB).
• Minimum three years of hands‑on experience in IP enforcement, either in‑house or at a law firm.
• Proven track record in civil litigation and criminal IP matters, including raids and anti‑counterfeiting investigations.
• Strong legal drafting, negotiation and communication abilities.
• Fluent Portuguese and professional English, both written and spoken.
• Highly organized, proactive and able to work independently in a global environment.
• Residence in São Paulo city or its metropolitan area.

Required skills