Trademark Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Trademark Attorney in Austin, TX. This full-time position offers an alternative to traditional partnership-track roles, featuring a lower billable hour requirement and no business development obligations. Remote candidates within the continental United States are encouraged to apply, with optional in-office work for local attorneys.

Duties

• Conduct U.S. and international trademark clearance searches and provide risk and brand strategy opinions.
• Manage trademark prosecution, including filing applications and maintaining global portfolios.
• Engage in brand policing and enforcement, including cease and desist letters and dispute resolutions.
• Handle licensing agreements, TTAB proceedings, and copyright matters.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school with an active state bar license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Minimum of three years of experience in trademark law, including clearance, prosecution, and litigation.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent legal writing, research, and case management skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Must reside and be physically located within the continental United States.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active state bar license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills

• Legal writing and research.
• Case management.
• Organizational skills.

Benefits

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching.
• Dental, health, and vision insurance.
• Flexible schedule and spending account.
• Health savings account.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off and parental leave.
• Retirement plan.
• Telehealth services.

This Texas-based law practice specializes in complex issues related to trademark, unfair competition, and copyright law. Some of its core areas of expertise are litigation, trademark trial & appeal board proceedings, and domain name disputes. This law firm represents its clients around the world. An equal opportunity employer, this firm encourages diversity and inclusion at the workplace.