Trademark & Copyright Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking a Trademark & Copyright Associate Attorney to join a top-ranked national law firm with offices in major markets across the U.S. This firm’s Trademark, Copyright, and Advertising group is known for representing both high-growth disruptors and established industry leaders and is at the forefront of emerging issues such as AI-copyright litigation and complex trademark matters.

Position Highlights:

• Handle a wide range of trademark, copyright, and advertising federal litigation.

• Represent clients before the USPTO and Trademark Trial & Appeal Board (TTAB).

• Conduct trademark clearance searches and risk analyses.

• Advise on and implement U.S. and international trademark filing strategies.

• Draft and negotiate licensing agreements and conduct IP due diligence.

• Counsel on domain name disputes and copyright registration.

• Collaborate across offices and manage a team of experienced paralegals and legal professionals.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of experience in trademark, copyright, and advertising law.

• Significant experience with TTAB proceedings and federal IP litigation.

• Strong background in trademark prosecution, clearance, and enforcement.

• Experience with transactional IP matters is a plus.

• Excellent academic credentials and superior writing and analytical skills.

• Ability to work independently while thriving in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Annual salary range: $260,000 – $365,000 (dependent on location and experience).

• Generous benefits package includes:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

  • Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts

  • Backup care, parental support, fertility benefits

  • 4 weeks of vacation and 2 weeks of sick leave annually

  • 10 paid holidays

  • Generous parental leave

  • Pre-tax commuter benefits and more