Hiring | IP Prosecution & Litigation Associate | Oberoi & Partners | Gurgaon

Katcheri; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Oberoi & Partners in Gurgaon invites applications for the position of IP Prosecution & Litigation Associate. The role targets legal professionals with 1+ year PQE and hands-on exposure to IP prosecution, enforcement and litigation.

You will manage trademark, copyright and design matters, draft pleadings and notices, and appear before District Courts, High Courts and IP offices. Strong drafting, research and communication skills are essential for success in this fast-paced practice.

Qualifications

• 1+ year PQE in IP prosecution, enforcement and litigation.
• Experience before District Courts and High Courts preferred.
• Strong drafting and research skills in IP law.

Responsibilities

• Handling trademark, copyright and design prosecution, including examination replies, oppositions, counter-statements, rectifications, cancellations, review petitions and portfolio management
• Conducting domestic and international IP searches, clearance assessments and due diligence
• Drafting cease-and-desist notices, pleadings, interim applications, evidence affidavits and written submissions in infringement, passing-off, copyright and design disputes
• Appearing before and assisting counsel in District Courts, High Courts and Intellectual Property Offices
• Analysing judgments and legal precedents
• Preparing client advisories and managing deadlines and procedural compliance

Skills

IP prosecution

Litigation

Legal research

Drafting

Attention to detail

Communication

Case management

Education

LL.B. degree

Job description

Job Description:
Oberoi & Partners is inviting applications for the position of IP Prosecution & Litigation Associate at its Gurgaon office. The opportunity is suited to legal professionals with at least one year of post-qualification experience (PQE) and practical exposure to intellectual property prosecution, enforcement and litigation.

Details:

• Organisation: Oberoi & Partners
• Position: IP Prosecution & Litigation Associate
• Location: Gurgaon
• Experience Required: 1+ year of PQE
• Practice Areas: Trademarks, Copyrights and Designs

Key Responsibilities:

• Handling trademark, copyright and design prosecution, including examination replies, oppositions, counter-statements, rectifications, cancellations, review petitions and portfolio management
• Conducting domestic and international IP searches, clearance assessments and due diligence
• Drafting cease-and-desist notices, pleadings, interim applications, evidence affidavits and written submissions in infringement, passing‑off, copyright and design disputes
• Appearing before and assisting counsel in District Courts, High Courts and Intellectual Property Offices
• Analysing judgments and legal precedents
• Preparing client advisories and managing deadlines and procedural compliance

Eligibility & Preference:

• LL.B. degree from a recognised university
• Enrolment with a State Bar Council
• At least 1 year of PQE, with practical experience in IP prosecution, enforcement and litigation, including District Court and High Court matters
• Working knowledge of Indian trademark, copyright and design laws, Registry procedures and civil procedure
• Strong drafting, legal research and communication skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to manage assigned matters independently