Senior Attorney - Business & Intellectual Property Law

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Attorney in San Diego, CA, with extensive experience in business and intellectual property law. This leadership role involves managing complex legal matters, supervising junior team members, and contributing to firm growth. The position is fully remote, requiring a California bar license.

Duties

• Advise clients on business, employment, and intellectual property matters.
• Handle trademark and copyright matters, including TTAB proceedings.
• Draft and negotiate complex commercial contracts.
• Manage select federal litigation matters.
• Conduct high-level legal research efficiently.
• Identify legal risks and provide proactive guidance.
• Manage fixed-fee budgets and project timelines.
• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and staff.
• Review and elevate work product before client delivery.
• File and manage court and USPTO documents directly.
• Collaborate within Clio, SharePoint, Teams, Outlook, and Word.
• Contribute to internal systems improvement and firm development.

Requirements

• Active California bar license (in good standing).
• 15+ years of legal experience preferred.
• Strong background in business and employment law.
• Experience with copyright and trademark law.
• Familiarity with TTAB proceedings.
• Federal litigation experience.
• Experience supervising and mentoring junior attorneys.
• Strong drafting and contract negotiation skills.
• Comfortable managing fixed-fee matters and budgets.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and modern case management systems.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active California bar license.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and strong execution.
• Effective delegation and accountability.
• Initiative and ownership.
• Mentoring and leadership abilities.

Benefits

• Performance-based incentive bonuses.
• Origination incentives (if applicable).
• 401(k) with employer match.
• 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums.
• Cell phone and internet stipend.
• Fully remote work environment.
• Alternative structures considered for the right candidate.