Trademark Attorney
- $100,000 - $250,000
- Detroit, MI +3
A bit about us:
Our client is a full service law firm with over 160 years of experience. They have seven offices across Michigan, New York, and Washington, D.C. and they have played a prominent role in the development and growth of many industries and have over 8,000 geographically diverse clients that are active in national and international markets. They work in many industries including advertising, automotive, banking and financial services, construction, energy, health care, insurance, manufacturing, media, pharmaceuticals, professional services, publishing, real estate, retail and wholesale distribution, technology, transportation, and utilities.
Why join us?
We offer the following benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
- Health Savings Account with generous Firm Bonus
- Term Life Insurance and AD&D & Travel Accident Term Life Insurance
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Long Term Care Insurance
- 401k with 3% Employer Contribution
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Unlimited Vacation
- Lawyer Flexible Practice/Reduced Schedule Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parental Leave
- Pregnancy Loss Paid Leave
- Banking & Financial Institution Relationships
- Discounted Home Office Equipment
- Work Anniversary Recognition
- Paid Parking
- Flexible Spending Program
- Associate Attorney Student Load Repayment Program
- IVF/Fertility Coverage
- Adoption Assistance
Job Details
Our client is searching for a trademark attorney.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Demonstrate an ability to cultivate and generate new client relationships.
Manage new and existing client relationships.
Conduct preliminary (SAEGIS) and comprehensive trademark availability searches utilizing U.S. and international databases and third-party vendors.
Preparation and prosecution of U.S. trademark applications, statements of use, notices of allowance, renewals, descriptions of goods and services, specimens, transfers and assignments, and responses to office actions.
Prosecution of international trademarks via the Madrid Protocol, Paris Convention, and correspondence with foreign associates and national and international trademark offices including WIPO.
Manage brand policing efforts, including review of trademark watch notices and the USPTO Official Gazette, research potential infringers; draft and send protest letters and monitor for follow-up and closure.
Handling TTAB actions, including requests for extension of time to oppose, notices of opposition, and petitions for cancellation; correspond with foreign associates regarding similar actions overseas.
Assist with trademark-related litigation in state and federal courts; correspond with foreign associates regarding similar actions overseas.
Prepare required Post-Registration Maintenance including Section 8 and 15 Declarations of Use and Incontestability; prepare and file Section 9 Renewal and Section 8 Declaration, including preparation and review of specimens.
Design, recommend, and implement processes and procedures to enhance group efficiency and effectiveness.
Complete domain name registrations and transfers and conduct UDRP actions.
Responsible for docket system, working with Anaqua and a docket clerk for trademark-related matters.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Superior intellect and quick grasp of complex legal issues, as evidenced by work experience in similar settings.
Strong work ethic and willingness to work as needed to get any task done.
Good organizational and project management skills.
Proficient in the use of on-line legal research services and legal resources.
Superior legal writing skills.
Excellent oral communication.
Must have sound judgment and must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field’s concepts, practices, and procedures.
Ability to work collaboratively and as a member of a team with internal and external contacts.
Ability to adapt to a changing environment and situations.
Proven willingness to work hard in a fast-paced atmosphere.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR TRAINING:
Must be a graduate of an accredited law school.
At least 5 years as a practicing attorney.
5-10 years of experience.
Admitted to practice law in the District of Columbia or state of Michigan and the USPTO.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Demonstrate an ability to cultivate and generate new client relationships.
Manage new and existing client relationships.
Conduct preliminary (SAEGIS) and comprehensive trademark availability searches utilizing U.S. and international databases and third-party vendors.
Preparation and prosecution of U.S. trademark applications, statements of use, notices of allowance, renewals, descriptions of goods and services, specimens, transfers and assignments, and responses to office actions.
Prosecution of international trademarks via the Madrid Protocol, Paris Convention, and correspondence with foreign associates and national and international trademark offices including WIPO.
Manage brand policing efforts, including review of trademark watch notices and the USPTO Official Gazette, research potential infringers; draft and send protest letters and monitor for follow-up and closure.
Handling TTAB actions, including requests for extension of time to oppose, notices of opposition, and petitions for cancellation; correspond with foreign associates regarding similar actions overseas.
Assist with trademark-related litigation in state and federal courts; correspond with foreign associates regarding similar actions overseas.
Prepare required Post-Registration Maintenance including Section 8 and 15 Declarations of Use and Incontestability; prepare and file Section 9 Renewal and Section 8 Declaration, including preparation and review of specimens.
Design, recommend, and implement processes and procedures to enhance group efficiency and effectiveness.
Complete domain name registrations and transfers and conduct UDRP actions.
Responsible for docket system, working with Anaqua and a docket clerk for trademark-related matters.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Superior intellect and quick grasp of complex legal issues, as evidenced by work experience in similar settings.
Strong work ethic and willingness to work as needed to get any task done.
Good organizational and project management skills.
Proficient in the use of on-line legal research services and legal resources.
Superior legal writing skills.
Excellent oral communication.
Must have sound judgment and must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field’s concepts, practices, and procedures.
Ability to work collaboratively and as a member of a team with internal and external contacts.
Ability to adapt to a changing environment and situations.
Proven willingness to work hard in a fast-paced atmosphere.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR TRAINING:
Must be a graduate of an accredited law school.
At least 5 years as a practicing attorney.
5-10 years of experience.
Admitted to practice law in the District of Columbia or state of Michigan and the USPTO.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.