Attorney III

Plantilla Item No.: IPOB-ATY3-2-2010

Place of Assignment: Bureau of Legal Affairs
(Adjudication Division)

Salary Grade: SG 17 | Php 70,937

Appointment: Permanent

Qualification Standards

Education: Bachelor of Laws

Training: Four (4) hours of relevant training

Experience: One (1) year of relevant experience

Eligibility: RA 1080

Competency:

  • Technical / Functional Expertise:

    1. Proficient in Intellectual Property Laws and Practices
    2. Possesses up-to-date technical knowledge of relevant Government Laws and Regulations
    3. Strong analytical and communication skills, both in writing and verbally.
    4. Demonstrates attention to detail
    5. Possesses problem-solving and organizational skills

  • Leadership/Strategic Expertise:

    1. Ability to analyze complex situations and develop innovative solutions that align with organizational goals.
    2. Guides and manages changes within the bureau/office, ensuring smooth transitions and stakeholder engagement.
    3. Fosters teamwork and collaboration.
    4. Manages team performance and provides coaching to enhance individual and group outcomes.
    5. Promotes a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Conducts hearings for Inter-Partes Cases (IPC) and Intellectual Property Violation (IPV) cases in accordance with relevant laws, rules, and regulations.
2. Prepares and issues subpoenas, summons, notices, orders, resolutions, and other legal instruments required for the proper administration of cases.
3. Receives, examines, and evaluates evidence submitted by parties involved in IPC and IPV cases, ensuring adherence to legal procedures and evidentiary standards.
4. Drafts and prepares decisions, final orders, resolutions, and other legal outputs for review and signature by the Director of the Bureau of Legal Affairs.
5. Provides technical and legal advice to support the adjudication process, ensuring consistency with applicable Intellectual Property Laws, government regulations, and IPOPHL policies.
6. Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, including legal counsels, IP offices, and enforcement agencies, to facilitate case management, enforcement, and compliance.
7. Maintains comprehensive records and documentation of cases, proceedings, and decisions in compliance with rules on confidentiality, record-keeping, and knowledge management.
8. Applies analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex legal issues and ensure informed and equitable decisions.
9. Demonstrates leadership competencies by contributing to process improvements, supporting organizational change, and fostering collaborative, high-performing work relationships within the Adjudication Division.
10. Performs other legal and administrative functions as may be assigned to support the effective functioning of the Adjudication Division and the Bureau’s mandate to enforce and protect intellectual property rights.

HOW TO APPLY

IPOPHL adheres to the principles of merit, fitness and equality (no discrimination based on age, gender, sexual orientation, civil status, disability, religion, ethnicity or political affiliation) in the implementation of its Recruitment, Selection and Placement. Likewise, IPOPHL values the confidentiality of your personal information and adheres to the Philippine Government's Data Privacy Act of 2012 and its implementing rules and regulations.

Step 1: Prepare the following documents in PDF format

This Office highly encourages all interested and qualified applicants to apply, which include persons with disability (PWD) and members of the indigenous communities, irrespective of sexual orientation and gender identities and/or expression, civil status, religion, and political affiliation. This Office does not discriminate in the selection of employees based on the aforementioned pursuant to Equal Employment Opportunities Principle (EEOP).

Interested and qualified applicants should signify their interest in writing. Attach the following documents in PDF format and send to the address below not later than January 15, 2026, Thursday.

1. Application letter with specific position title and plantilla item number;

TO ENSURE THAT ALL APPLICATIONS ARE PROPERLY RECORDED:
For subject: Indicate position and Plantilla Item No. being applied for

2. Updated Resume with picture;

3. Fully accomplished and notarized Personal Data Sheet (PDS) with Work Experience Sheet and recent passport-sized or unfiltered digital picture (CS Form No. 212, Revised 2025); digitally signed or electronically signed;

4. Copy of Performance rating in the last rating period, if applicable. Accepted IPCR are either of these periods only: January to June 2025 OR July to December 2025;

5. Copy of proof of eligibility/rating/license; and

6. Copy of Transcript of Records and Diploma

 

Furthermore, qualified applicants must fill out the IPOPHL Employment Application Form, that can be accessed through this link: 

ALL APPLICATION DOCUMENTS must be submitted via email (careers@ipophl.gov.ph) and addressed to:

MA. LEA CRISELDA SJ. ANOLIN
OIC Director, FMAS
IPOPHL
(02) 7238-6300/ careers@ipophl.gov.ph

Step 2: Send via email

Email your application letter and all the documents listed to:

careers@ipophl.gov.ph

*Only complete application documents submitted on or before the deadline will be processed.