IP Litigation Partner

Jobot; New York (NY); On-site; USD 245,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

First-chair trial opportunity

Autonomy to run matters

Collaborative IP team

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a partner-level IP litigation attorney with a trademark focus to join its New York team. You will lead and manage complex federal court IP matters, including trials, depositions, and strategy, working alongside senior partners.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in commercial litigation and IP, with NY bar admission and NY federal courts. This role offers first-chair opportunities, strong benefits, and ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in commercial litigation and IP matters, with a concentration in trademark litigation.
• Admission to the New York bar and to the federal courts in New York.
• New York State court experience (required).
• First-chair trial experience (strongly preferred).
• Exceptional writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support teams of IP litigators in federal court matters, including depositions, trial preparation, and trial.
• Handle opposition and cancellation proceedings before the USPTO's Trademark Trial and Appeal Board.
• Prepare trademark clearance opinions and prosecute trademark and copyright applications.
• Draft and negotiate coexistence agreements and license agreements.
• Serve as a senior resource within the IP group, working both independently and as part of the team.

Skills

IP litigation

Trademark litigation

First-chair experience

Legal writing

Communication skills

Education

Bar admission NY

Tools

USPTO TTAB experience

Job description

Partner-Level IP Litigation Attorney (Trademark Focus)

Salary: $245,000 - $275,000 per year

A bit about us

Our client is a well-established, full-service regional law firm with a respected intellectual property practice. The Firm's IP group handles the full lifecycle of brand protection, from clearance and prosecution through licensing, enforcement, and trial, giving its litigators a deep bench and a steady pipeline of sophisticated trademark and copyright matters. The Firm is seeking a partner-level IP litigation attorney to join its New York team and take a lead role in trying cases.

Why join us

• Salary range of $240,000 - $260,000
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Lead role on federal court IP matters, with real first-chair trial opportunity
• Strong, collaborative IP team with full prosecution, clearance, and transactional support behind your litigation practice
• Autonomy to run matters independently while working alongside experienced partners and associates
• Merit-based advancement in a professional environment committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Lead and support teams of IP litigators in federal court matters, including depositions, trial preparation, and trial
• Handle opposition and cancellation proceedings before the USPTO's Trademark Trial and Appeal Board
• Prepare trademark clearance opinions and prosecute trademark and copyright applications
• Draft and negotiate coexistence agreements and license agreements
• Serve as a senior resource within the IP group, working both independently and as part of the team

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in commercial litigation and intellectual property matters, with a concentration in trademark litigation
• Experience with opposition and cancellation proceedings before the USPTO
• Admission to the New York bar and to the federal courts in New York
• New York State court experience (required)
• First-chair trial experience (strongly preferred)
• Exceptional writing and communication skills

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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