Trademark and Copyright Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Trademark and Copyright Associate with 3-4 years of experience to join their team in Hartford, CT. The ideal candidate will have expertise in trademark and copyright matters, including prosecution, strategy, and enforcement, with flexibility to work in Boston or New York.

Duties

• Manage domestic and global trademark prosecution and strategy.
• Handle trademark disputes and online enforcement matters.
• Draft and negotiate IP-related agreements.
• Conduct IP due diligence for corporate transactions.
• Represent clients in TTAB disputes.

Requirements

• 3-4 years of intellectual property experience in private practice.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proven problem-solving abilities and client service skills.
• Bar admission in good standing in the practicing jurisdiction.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage high-volume practice.
• Team-oriented with a collaborative approach.

Benefits

• Hybrid in-office/remote work schedule for flexibility.

This large, full-service firm is very women-oriented, and it has created many benefits to appeal particularly to women, including flexible work arrangements and 12-week paid maternity leave. Many of the firms attorneys are active in many community, professional and civic matters. Associates receive in-house training in a variety of areas and early client contact and hands-on experience. There is a business casual dress code, but associates are expected to keep professional clothing at the office in case of short notice meetings. All associates are expected to spend at least 50 hours annually on pro bono, and this is part of their billable hour expectation of 1800.