IP Associate

The People Of: Professional Services; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 176,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services in New York City is seeking an IP Litigation Associate (Mid-Level) to join its renowned practice on a hybrid basis. You will work on trademark, copyright, and design disputes for an international client base, handling contentious, appellate, and enforcement matters.

Applicants should have 2–5 years of litigation experience, be admitted to the New York Bar, and demonstrate strong research, writing, and advocacy skills.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of litigation experience at a respected law firm.
• Admitted to the New York Bar in good standing.
• Strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle trademark, copyright and design disputes.
• Conduct legal research, draft briefs, and manage discovery.
• Advise international clients on contentious IP matters.
• Collaborate within a hybrid, market-leading IP litigation team.

Skills

Legal research

Brief writing

Discovery management

Oral advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor or equivalent

Job description

IP Associate (Mid-Level)

New York City, New York (Hybrid)

$176,000 – $194,000 base salary, plus bonus

Practice Area

Intellectual Property Litigation (Trademark & Copyright)

Level

2–5 Years’ PQE

A leading specialist intellectual property law firm is seeking an IP Litigation Associate to join its highly regarded litigation practice. The successful candidate will work on a broad range of trademark, copyright and design disputes, advising an international client base on contentious, appellate, enforcement and strategic IP matters. This hybrid opportunity offers exposure to sophisticated, high-profile work within a collaborative and market-leading team.

Applicants should have between two and five years of litigation experience gained at a respected law firm, with strong skills in legal research, brief writing and discovery. A genuine interest in trademark and copyright law is essential, with previous experience in trademark or copyright litigation preferred. Experience before the TTAB and a federal judicial clerkship would be advantageous, along with excellent analytical, communication and advocacy skills.

Candidates must be admitted and in good standing with the New York Bar and possess outstanding academic credentials from a top-tier law school. A strong writing background and a demonstrated interest in intellectual property law are also highly desirable.

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