Trademark Associate Attorney (Clearance and Prosecution)

A law firm in Seattle is seeking a Trademark Associate Attorney (Clearance and Prosecution) to join their team and work on cutting-edge trademark issues for name-brand clients. The attorney will be responsible for managing U.S. and international trademark portfolios, with a focus on trademark clearance, prosecution, and investigations. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 4 years of direct trademark experience and possess strong academic credentials, excellent legal writing skills, and critical thinking skills. The successful candidate will be highly organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.

Duties:

• Conduct U.S. and international trademark clearance searches to assess the availability of marks.
• Handle all aspects of trademark prosecution, including preparing and filing applications, responding to office actions, and managing deadlines.
• Conduct investigations related to potential trademark infringements and provide legal recommendations.
• Draft and review legal documents, including cease and desist letters, licensing agreements, and settlement agreements.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to develop and implement trademark strategies.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar in which the candidate will be practicing.
• Minimum of 4 years of direct trademark experience with a focus on clearance, prosecution, and enforcement.
• Experience in managing U.S. and international trademark portfolios.

Skills:

• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent legal writing and critical thinking skills.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with relevant trademark laws and regulations.

This Amlaw firm specializes in intellectual property and is committed to providing its associates with both a positive work environment and sophisticated work. Flexible scheduling and pro-bono work are aspects highly valued by the firm. This firm has also obtained its second perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's Corporate Equality Index as Best Place to Work for LGBT equality.