Trademark Associate

Chicago, Illinois

A highly regarded national law firm is seeking a Trademark Associate to join its growing Intellectual Property practice in Chicago. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 4-7 years of trademark experience who is looking to work with sophisticated domestic and international clients on brand protection, portfolio management, enforcement, and trademark strategy.

Responsibilities

• Manage U.S. and international trademark portfolios for a diverse client base.
• Provide trademark counseling, clearance, and risk assessment for new brands and product launches.
• Handle all aspects of domestic and international trademark prosecution.
• Draft and negotiate trademark-related agreements, including licensing matters.
• Develop and implement brand enforcement strategies, including cease-and-desist campaigns and online enforcement initiatives.
• Represent clients in TTAB proceedings, domain name disputes (UDRP), foreign oppositions, and trademark-related litigation matters.
• Partner directly with clients on complex global brand protection issues and broader intellectual property strategies.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• 4-7 years of substantive trademark experience, preferably in a law firm environment.
• Experience with trademark counseling, clearance, prosecution, licensing, enforcement, and portfolio management.
• Exposure to TTAB proceedings, UDRP disputes, trademark enforcement matters, and related litigation.
• Strong research, writing, analytical, organizational, and client-management skills.
• Ability to manage a fast-paced workload and multiple competing deadlines.
• Licensed and in good standing in the jurisdiction where the attorney will practice.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work on sophisticated domestic and international trademark matters for recognized brands and innovative businesses.
• Gain significant client contact and hands-on responsibility.
• Handle the full spectrum of trademark work, from counseling and prosecution to enforcement and disputes.
• Collaborate with a highly regarded intellectual property team in a collegial and entrepreneurial environment.
• Strong platform for professional growth, mentorship, and long-term career development.