Legal Intern, Intellectual Property

We are seeking a proactive and motivated Legal Intern to join our Intellectual Property & Technologies service line in the Kyiv office.

This position offers a unique opportunity for a law student or recent graduate to gain hands-on experience in intellectual property, data protection, and technology law while working alongside experienced lawyers on local and cross-border projects.

The successful candidate will assist in research, drafting, and case preparation, gaining exposure to a wide range of IP matters, including copyright, trademarks, patents, industrial designs, and personal data protection.

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting legal research on intellectual property, IT, and data protection topics;
• Drafting and reviewing simple contracts and internal memoranda under supervision;
• Supporting the preparation of filings and correspondence with registration authorities;
• Assisting with drafting data protection policies, notices, and consents;
• Providing administrative and document management support to the IP team;
• Assisting in preparing documents related to copyright, trademarks, and patents;
• Participating in internal knowledge-sharing and training sessions.

Key skills and experience required:

• 4rd–6th year law student or recent graduate from a reputable Ukrainian university;
• Strong interest in intellectual property, data protection, and technology law;
• Basic knowledge of IP law and the Ukrainian regulatory framework;
• Excellent legal research and writing skills;
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and willingness to learn;
• Strong communication and teamwork skills;
• Good command of English (B2 level or higher).

What we offer

At Kinstellar, we prioritize your goals. We begin by understanding your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities that unlock your full potential. By joining our team of exceptional talents, you become part of our high culture where we are committed to your personal and professional growth. We offer:

• High-level corporate culture: Our culture comes to life through our five core values: Excellence, Insight, Integrity, Team Spirit and Drive. At Kinstellar, we place a premium on integrity and are the only regional law firm with a dedicated risk and compliance team, along with a comprehensive anti-corruption compliance program.
• Learning & development: Benefit from professional development and training in a leading Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), Southeast Europe (SEE) and Central Asia (CA) law firm, engaging in interesting work for reputable local and international clients.
• Wellbeing: Experience comprehensive benefits tailored to individual needs, fostering your mental and physical wellbeing. We prioritize your work-life balance with firm-wide days off and offer competitive compensation, including future salary growth and an annual performance bonus.
• Social impact: Engage in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives for both local and global impact. Our employee-driven Community Investment program includes pro bono work, volunteering, donations, and sponsorships.

Why Kinstellar?

At Kinstellar, we provide premium legal services and pride ourselves on having a collaborative, team oriented, future looking culture providing unique development opportunities to grow in a highly supportive working environment throughout all stages of your career. At Kinstellar you will have the opportunity to work with outstanding lawyers of Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), Southeast Europe (SEE) and Central Asia (CA) and of the world's greatest referring law firms on highly complex cases. We are a purpose-driven organization, with outstanding sector and service line expertise, knowledge and commitment to client service and innovation.

We know our people value flexibility around when and where they work. So, we are committed to offering a more adaptable way to work, balancing the way you work and your lifestyle with hybrid working options.

We will support your career aspirations by offering access to mobility programs such as intra- office secondments and secondments with referring law firms where possible. These programs give you the chance to travel to other countries, engage with international clients, lawyers and develop your networks.

Equal opportunities

Kinstellar provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants and strictly prohibits discrimination based on ethnicity, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristics.

Joining Kinstellar means working with some of the finest legal minds in CEE, SEE & CA on the region's most challenging mandates. We attract the best and brightest talents to help us continue our stellar growth.

Do you consider yourself Stellar?

To apply

At Kinstellar we welcome direct applications. Please send your application (CV and cover letter) in English to Kateryna Kryvozub at . We will be in touch with you once we have reviewed your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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