Associate Attorney, IP & Trademark

Benefits:

Position offers a comprehensive well-being and benefits package emphasizing holistic health, work–life balance, family support, community engagement, and financial security. Wellness resources include mental health services, mindfulness tools, health advocacy, and various insurance coverages. Generous time-off policies cover PTO, sabbaticals, bereavement, and parental leave. Family-focused benefits provide adoption assistance, fertility and long-term care support, life and disability insurance, and backup care. The hybrid work model includes home-equipment and internet allowances. Employees can engage in community service, referral programs, and firm events, while financial benefits feature a matched 401(k) with annual contributions, retirement planning, HSA contributions, flexible spending accounts, educational assistance, and student loan refinancing. Offerings may vary by office location.

About the Client:

Our client is a global law firm that has been consistently ranked as a top workplace by Fortune magazine for over two decades. The firm's rich history is rooted in representing some of the world's most innovative companies and has since expanded to a network of offices across the United States, Europe, and Asia. Known for its exceptional client service and collaborative culture, the firm has established itself as a leader in intellectual property, commercial litigation, and corporate law. They are recognized as an Am Law 50 firm and are highly respected for their work at the forefront of technological change, representing a diverse clientele from emerging startups to Fortune 500 companies.

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a junior associate with 2-4 years of experience to join their esteemed Intellectual Property practice. This role offers the opportunity to engage in a wide array of legal matters involving trademark, copyright, internet, and online advertising law. The associate will be instrumental in advising and counseling clients on all facets of their intellectual property needs, with a primary focus on the clearance, prosecution, and enforcement of trademarks and copyrights. The position requires a candidate who can thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while handling a diverse portfolio of work for a sophisticated client base.

The day-to-day responsibilities will include conducting comprehensive research for both U.S. and international trademark clearance, managing prosecution, and handling enforcement actions. The attorney will also have the opportunity to work on complex matters before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) and handle domain name disputes under the Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy (UDRP). This position involves direct engagement with clients and significant legal writing, requiring a high degree of precision and attention to detail.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor in Law from an ABA accredited Law School.
• Membership in good standing with a State Bar Association.
• A minimum of 2-4 years of experience as an attorney, with well-developed skills in trademark clearance, prosecution, counseling, and enforcement.
• Proven experience with U.S. and international trademark and copyright law.
• Strong academic credentials and outstanding legal writing skills are required.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in a large, international law firm environment.
• Knowledge of legal proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB).
• Experience with the Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy (UDRP).
• A demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team setting while also managing independent caseloads effectively.

This a job advertisement on behalf of our client and does not reflect the full job description for the role. Any qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. You will need to provide law school transcripts, a writing sample or deal sheets, and a cover letter in order to be considered for this role. This posting does not constitute an offer of employment. and the listed compensation details may vary by state or experience and will be discussed thoroughly during interview phase.