Trademark, Copyright, Entertainment Litigation Counsel

Job Overview

A leading law firm is seeking a skilled and experienced Litigation Counsel to join its Intellectual Property Practice Group. This role focuses on providing strategic legal solutions for clients in trademark, copyright, and entertainment-related litigation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IP litigation and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Location

• New York City, NY

Duties

• Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, memoranda, and correspondence for state and federal court, arbitration, and mediation proceedings.

• Manage and respond to complex discovery requests.

• Confer, negotiate, and communicate effectively with opposing counsel.

• Conduct and defend depositions.

• Prepare and present oral arguments at hearings.

• Develop trial strategies, including preparing exhibit lists, evidentiary objections, motions in limine, and witness preparation.

• Prepare appellate briefs.

Requirements

• 8-10 years of experience in trademark, copyright, and entertainment litigation and counseling.

• Experience in drafting and responding to pleadings, discovery, and motions.

• Demonstrated ability to handle depositions, work with experts, and manage litigation strategy.

• Trial experience is a plus.

Education

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

• Strong academic credentials.

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar in the relevant jurisdiction(s).

Skills

• Excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Effective negotiation and client management skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• High attention to detail and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Potential for additional contingent compensation based on performance and qualifications.

• Opportunities for career development and growth within the firm.

This firm has gone through countless mergers to end up where it is today: a national full-service firm. The New York office has the advantage of having both suburban East Coast offices and branches in several major cities, which allows the firm to accommodate a spectrum of needs and clients. In the city, the practice is strongly litigation and intellectual property oriented, with a particularly popular employment section. Associates here have the benefits of a smaller firm attitude with the offices and paychecks of a large firm. Pulling down lots of hours, but not unreasonable amounts, the associates get good responsibility and on the job training.