Trademark Associate (Brand Protection, Prosecution & Enforcement)

Direct Counsel is seeking a Trademark Associate with 4–7 years of experience to join a nationally recognized Intellectual Property practice. This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney looking to work on sophisticated domestic and international trademark matters, including global brand protection, trademark portfolio management, enforcement, licensing, and litigation.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience managing complex trademark portfolios and advising clients on brand strategy and protection across multiple jurisdictions.

Locations

• Cincinnati, OH
• Cleveland, OH
• Columbus, OH
• Denver, CO
• Los Angeles, CA
• Orange County, CA
• Orlando, FL
• San Francisco, CA
• Seattle, WA

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain complex U.S. and international trademark portfolios
• Advise clients on global brand protection strategies
• Conduct trademark clearance reviews and risk assessments
• Prepare and prosecute trademark applications in the United States and internationally
• Draft and negotiate trademark licensing agreements
• Handle trademark enforcement matters, including:
  • Cease and desist letters
  • Notice-and-takedown procedures
  • TTAB proceedings
  • Foreign oppositions
  • UDRP disputes
  • Federal trademark litigation
• Develop and implement trademark protection and enforcement strategies
• Collaborate with clients and international counsel on worldwide brand protection matters

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of trademark law experience
• Significant experience with:
  • Trademark counseling
  • Trademark prosecution
  • Trademark clearance
  • Brand protection strategies
  • Trademark licensing
  • Trademark enforcement
• Experience managing domestic and international trademark portfolios
• Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills
• Excellent organizational and docket management abilities
• Ability to manage a fast-paced global practice and complex workload
• Strong attention to detail and project management skills
• Outstanding client service and interpersonal skills
• Strong academic credentials from an accredited law school
• Active bar admission in the state where the candidate will reside

Compensation & Benefits

• For Cleveland and Denver, the expected salary range is $225,000 – $260,000
• For Los Angeles, Orange County, San Francisco, and Seattle, the expected salary range is $285,000 – $370,000
• Compensation is determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic market, and other relevant factors
• Performance- and hours-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Parental leave and family care benefits
• Wellness and disability programs
• Hybrid work environment
• Opportunity to work with sophisticated national and international brands
• Significant client exposure and responsibility
• Professional development and advancement opportunities within a nationally recognized IP practice

Why This Opportunity

• Join a nationally recognized Intellectual Property practice
• Work on high-profile domestic and international trademark matters
• Advise leading brands on global protection and enforcement strategies
• Gain meaningful responsibility and direct client contact
• Collaborate with a sophisticated team handling complex trademark portfolios worldwide

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