Mid-Level Trademark Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level trademark associate with three to six years of experience to join its Technology & Intellectual Property Practice Group in Seattle, WA. This role offers the opportunity to work with leading companies on sophisticated trademark, copyright, advertising, and online brand protection matters, contributing to the development, protection, and commercialization of clients' brands.

Duties

• Manage domestic and international trademark portfolios.
• Handle trademark prosecution matters before the USPTO and coordinate with foreign counsel.
• Develop and implement trademark protection and enforcement strategies.
• Conduct trademark clearance searches and prepare risk assessments.
• Support Trademark Trial and Appeal Board proceedings.
• Counsel clients on copyright protection, registration, licensing, and enforcement.
• Address digital content issues, including domain name disputes and DMCA takedown matters.
• Draft and negotiate intellectual-property agreements.
• Conduct intellectual property due diligence in transactions.
• Collaborate directly with clients and contribute to business development initiatives.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• 3-6 years of trademark experience at an AmLaw 200 firm or leading IP boutique.
• Experience handling the responsibilities outlined above.
• Excellent analytical, research, writing, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously and work independently.
• Experience communicating directly with clients and managing projects.
• Active bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction or ability to obtain admission by waiver.
• Interest in business development and building long-term client relationships.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active bar admission or ability to obtain admission by waiver.

Skills

• Analytical, research, writing, and communication skills.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and work independently.
• Client communication and project management skills.

Benefits

• Participation in training programs and retreats.
• Coaching and mentoring program.
• New lawyer integration program.
• Core competency model for long-term success.
• Commitment to well-being and supportive workplace culture.

Areas of specialization are transactional and litigation law. Law offices are based in seven states across the U.S. The law practice was founded in 1907. Practice areas are extensive. A sizable team of talented attorneys are on staff. The firm and attorneys have received accolades from numerous industry publications and groups over the years. Diversity in the work force is endorsed at the law practice.