Abion General

Abion AB; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Abion AB in Dubai invites applications for a mid-level Trade Mark Attorney or solicitor with 2–5 years' post-qualification experience to manage a diverse portfolio of trade marks and other IP for local and international clients across the UAE and GCC.

You will work closely with senior attorneys on both contentious and non-contentious matters, supervising junior staff and staying up to date with UAE law and practice.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years' post-qualification experience in trade mark prosecution and portfolio management.
• Qualified trade mark attorney/agent, or legal qualification with IP experience; UAE/GCC practice preferred
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and client communication skills; English fluency essential; Arabic is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Conduct trade mark clearance searches and advise on registrability and availability.
• Prepare and file trade mark applications in the UAE and GCC jurisdictions; coordinate filings with foreign associates for international markets.
• Manage prosecution of applications; respond to office actions and examiner queries.
• Handle trade mark oppositions, cancellations, and appeals before UAE authorities and tribunals.
• Advise on enforcement strategy including cease-and-desist letters and anti-counterfeiting measures.
• Maintain and renew trade mark portfolios and related records.
• Draft IP assignments and coexistence agreements; liaise with clients on strategic IP advice.
• Supervise paralegals or junior associates and mentor on IP practice.

Skills

Trademark prosecution

Portfolio management

Client communication

Education

Qualified trade mark attorney/agent

IP law qualification

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a mid-level Trade Mark Attorney or solicitor with 2–5 years' post-qualification experience to join our Dubai-based intellectual property team. You will manage a diverse portfolio of trade mark, design and other IP matters for local and international clients, working closely with senior attorneys and partners on both contentious and non-contentious work across the UAE and wider GCC/MENA region.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct trade mark clearance searches and advise clients on registrability and availability


• Prepare and file trade mark applications in the UAE and other GCC/MENA jurisdictions, and coordinate filings through foreign associates for international markets


• Manage prosecution of applications, including responding to office actions and examiner queries


• Handle trade mark oppositions, cancellations, and appeals before the UAE Ministry of Economy and relevant tribunals


• Advise on enforcement strategy, including cease-and-desist correspondence, customs recordals, and anti-counterfeiting measures


• Manage renewal, recordal, and portfolio maintenance programmes for client trade mark portfolios


• Draft and advise on IP assignments, and coexistence agreements


• Liaise directly with clients to provide strategic IP advice and portfolio management recommendations


• Supervise and mentor paralegals or junior associates


• Stay current on developments in UAE and GCC trade mark law and practice

What We’re Looking For

• 2–5 years' experience in trade mark prosecution and portfolio management, ideally within a law firm or IP boutique


• Qualified trade mark attorney/agent, or legal qualification with relevant IP experience; UAE/GCC trade mark practice experience strongly preferred


• Strong working knowledge of UAE Federal Trademark Law and GCC trade mark systems


• Excellent drafting, analytical, and client communication skills


• Fluency in English required; Arabic language proficiency is an advantage


• Ability to manage competing deadlines across a multi-jurisdictional caseload with minimal supervision

As an Associate, you will play a vital role in fostering team collaboration, ensuring legal accuracy, and contributing to long-term client success. You will have exposure to a sophisticated, multi-jurisdictional IP practice in a collaborative team environment with mentorship from senior IP practitioners

Join us and take your legal career forward with purpose.

Why Abion?

Join a vibrant company, where you will thrive in a fast-paced, international environment that values transparency, openness, and accountability.

At Abion, we believe in working hard and having fun together. In this dynamic role, you will make an impact in the IP world while collaborating with a talented, global team of experts.

We support your well-being and encourage a balanced lifestyle, offering freedom with responsibility. Plus, we love celebrating successes and enjoying team activities that bring us closer together.