4323 - Trademark, Copyright, Ent. Litigation Counsel

Nixon Peabody LLP; New York (NY); Remote; USD 350,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Counsel for their Intellectual Property Practice Group. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-stakes litigation involving trademark, copyright, and entertainment law. With a commitment to excellence, the firm fosters a collaborative environment where attorneys can thrive and take the lead on impactful cases. Candidates will benefit from a competitive salary and a supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion. If you are a seasoned litigator ready to make a significant impact, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in trademark, copyright, and entertainment litigation.
• Strong academic credentials and superb judgment.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, and correspondence for state and federal court.
• Prepare for and conduct depositions and oral arguments.

Skills

Trademark Litigation

Copyright Litigation

Entertainment Law

Drafting Pleadings

Discovery Preparation

Trial Experience

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job ID:
4323

Position:
Counsel

Location:
Multiple Offices

Practice Area:

Open Date:
Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Job Function:
Legal

Job Description:

At Nixon Peabody, we are committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting talented individuals from a wide range of experiences and cultures, including individuals from a wide range of racial, ethnic, social, economic, religious, genders, and personal backgrounds. Therefore, we encourage talented individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

The attorneys in our Intellectual Property Practice Group work closely with clients to remove obstacles, helping them stay ahead of evolving copyright, trademark, and entertainment laws and judicial decisions. They provide strategic solutions for both enforcing and defending against copyright, trademark, and entertainment-related litigation claims. Our attorneys are self-starters with superb judgment and communication skills, a commitment to excellence and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

At Nixon Peabody, our associates are given the opportunity to take the lead on interesting matters and provided with the opportunity to work on career-enhancing cases that both challenge and excite them. Our diverse workforce encourages collaboration and teamwork. Our entrepreneurial culture inspires attorneys at all levels to build relationships both inside and outside the firm, setting the foundation for a long and exciting career with us.

In accordance with applicable Federal and State laws, the anticipated annual salary ranges for this position, depending on location, are as follows.

• Los Angeles, CA: $350,000
• San Francisco, CA: $350,000
• Chicago, IL: $350,000
• New York City, NY: $350,000
• Washington, DC: $350,000

In addition to a standard benefits package, this role may be eligible for additional contingent compensation based on an array of factors, including but not limited to: work performance, geographic location, work experience, education, and qualifications. Because such contingent compensation is not yet calculable or may be zero ($0) in some circumstances, the above-listed salary ranges are Nixon Peabody's good faith estimate of the annual salaries it reasonably expects to pay for the position at the time of this posting.

Job Requirements:

Our Intellectual Property Practice Group is seeking to hire a trademark, copyright and entertainment litigation counsel level or senior associate to join in our Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, New York City, or DC office; a fully-remote position is also possible.

Qualified candidates will have at least eight - ten years of trademark, copyright, and entertainment litigation and counseling experience, including significant experience with drafting and responding to pleadings, preparing and responding to discovery, drafting and arguing motions, taking and defending depositions, working with experts, and overall litigation and counseling strategy. Trial experience is a plus.

Direct responsibility will be required in the following areas: drafting pleadings, motions, memoranda and correspondence for use in state and federal court, arbitration, and mediation proceedings; drafting and responding to complex discovery requests; conferring, negotiating, and communicating with opposing counsel; preparing for, defending, and conducting depositions; preparing for and presenting oral argument at hearings; preparing for trial, including preparing exhibit lists, evidentiary objections, motions in limine and witness preparation; and preparing appellate briefs.

Qualified candidates will have strong academic credentials, superb judgment and communication skills, and a commitment to providing excellent client services.

Principals Only

Nixon Peabody LLP is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. To comply with Federal law, Nixon Peabody participates in E-Verify. All newly-hired employees are verified through this electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to confirm their identity and employment eligibility. Please refer to the Notice of E-Verify Participation and the Right to Work posters on the Nixon Peabody Careers page for more information.