Trademark Associate

Job Overview:
A law firm is seeking a Trademark Associate with at least two years of experience to join its trademark team. The ideal candidate will have experience in trademark searching, strategy development, enforcement, and both domestic and international trademark prosecution. This position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse client base, ranging from startups to publicly traded companies, in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Location:

• Salt Lake City, UT

Duties:

• Conduct trademark searches and provide search reviews.
• Develop global trademark strategies for clients.
• Manage domestic and international trademark prosecution.
• Handle trademark enforcement, including demand letters and online marketplace monitoring.
• Represent clients in TTAB proceedings and UDRP proceedings.
• Provide advice on trademark portfolio management.
• Draft legal opinions on trademark issues and provide guidance on trademark law.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide business-oriented solutions for clients.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in trademark law.
• Experience in trademark searching, strategy development, and prosecution.
• Experience in trademark enforcement, including online enforcement and TTAB/UDRP proceedings.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Foreign language skills are a plus but not required.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in relevant jurisdiction(s) or eligibility for admission.

Certifications:

• Bar admission in relevant jurisdiction(s) or eligibility for admission through reciprocity.

Skills:

• Expertise in trademark law and intellectual property.
• Strong legal writing, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Experience with online enforcement and monitoring.
• Ability to manage international trademark portfolios.
• Strong client management and communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and strategic thinking skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with merit-based compensation.
• Bonus program and fee split eligibility.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, EAP, STD, and LTD insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and flexible work schedules.
• Enhanced parental leave for both primary and non-primary caregivers.
• Voluntary income protection benefits, including supplemental life, accident, and long-term care insurance.
• Fertility and family benefits.
• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) support and educational assistance.
• Wellness programs, including mental health resources.
• Opportunities for pro bono work and engagement in diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

This is undoubtedly one of the Mountain West's most distinguished law firms. This firm has super legal work, very good compensation and really emphasizes lifestyle for the associates who join the firm. A large law firm, with offices throughout the United States, this firm has established itself as one of the key power players in the Mountain West legal community. A great number of the attorneys who are a part of this firm are in The Best Lawyers in America. This is undoubtedly one of the best firms to work for in the Mountain West region, and we have heard praises of this firm from virtually every associate we have ever spoken with here. This firm practices in virtually all areas of the law and is strong in most. The largest praises we have heard of this firm are in its corporate and litigation departments.