Dubai IP Attorney: Trademark & Design Portfolio Expert

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

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.