Senior Intellectual Property Trademark Associate Attorney

A law firm in Hartford, CT, seeks a Senior Intellectual Property Trademark Associate Attorney with extensive expertise in domestic and global trademark law. The ideal candidate will manage all aspects of trademark prosecution, strategy, enforcement, and portfolio management, offering strategic counsel on intellectual property matters.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough trademark counseling, including clearance searches, analysis, prosecution, and maintenance of trademarks.
• Develop and implement trademark enforcement strategies, handling disputes, internet and e-commerce issues, and online investigations.
• Structure, draft, and negotiate agreements and contractual provisions concerning intellectual property and trademarks.
• Oversee intellectual property due diligence processes for transactions and manage litigation discovery in trademark disputes.
• Represent clients before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) when necessary.
• Advise on trademark portfolio management and maintenance strategies.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Bar admission in good standing in Connecticut.
• Minimum of 6 years of specialized experience in trademark law, with a strong emphasis on prosecution, enforcement, and portfolio management.
• Proven track record in structuring and negotiating intellectual property agreements.
• Experience managing intellectual property due diligence and handling litigation discovery in trademark disputes.
• Comprehensive understanding of domestic and international trademark laws and regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong ability to advocate for clients.
• Superior technical proficiency in trademark law and related intellectual property matters.
• Exceptional client service skills with a focus on building and maintaining strong client relationships.

Skills:

• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to effectively handle multiple priorities.

This large, full-service firm is very women-oriented, and it has created many benefits to appeal particularly to women, including flexible work arrangements and 12-week paid maternity leave. Many of the firms attorneys are active in many community, professional and civic matters. Associates receive in-house training in a variety of areas and early client contact and hands-on experience. There is a business casual dress code, but associates are expected to keep professional clothing at the office in case of short notice meetings. All associates are expected to spend at least 50 hours annually on pro bono, and this is part of their billable hour expectation of 1800.