IP Litigation Partner

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

First-chair trial opportunities

Job summary

Jobot seeks a partner-level IP litigation attorney for its New York team to lead trademark and copyright matters in federal court. The role offers autonomous leadership, close collaboration with an experienced IP group, and a pathway to first-chair trial opportunities.

The candidate should have 8+ years in IP litigation, trademark experience, and NY bar admission, with strong writing and communication skills. This is an on-site, permanent position with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in commercial litigation and intellectual property matters, with a focus on trademark litigation.
• Admission to the New York bar and to the federal courts in New York.
• Experience leading teams and handling high-stakes IP matters in federal court.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support IP litigators in federal court matters, including depositions and trials.
• Handle opposition and cancellation proceedings before USPTO TTAB.
• Draft and negotiate trademark and copyright filings and related agreements.
• Serve as a senior resource within the IP group, operating independently when needed.

Skills

IP litigation

Leadership

First-chair trial

Trademark focus

Strong writing

Education

New York Bar Admission

Job description

IP Litigation Partner

$245000 - $275000 per year | New York, NY | On-site | Permanent

Partner-Level IP Litigation Attorney (Trademark Focus)

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.

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