Junior IP Counsel: Trademark, Copyright & Media

Dla-Piper; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper’s Trademark, Copyright & Media Group is seeking a junior associate or non-partnership track attorney to join our California offices. We are looking for candidates with at least two (2) years of law firm experience in the areas of trademark and copyright litigation and counseling.

The ideal candidate will have strong writing skills, a client-first mindset, and a collaborative approach. A background from a nationally recognized law school and prior experience at an AmLaw 100 firm are

Qualifications

• JD from a recognized law school and California bar admission.
• At least two years of trademark & copyright counseling and litigation experience.
• Experience with trademark clearance, prosecution strategy, and portfolio management.

Responsibilities

• Legal Research: Conduct thorough and comprehensive legal research to support case/transaction preparation and strategy.
• Legal Writing: Draft well-written, error free, and reasoned legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
• Case/Transaction Assistance and Management: Assist/manage complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution for trials, negotiations, settlements and closings.
• Internal/External Client Interaction: Build and maintain strong client relationships with regular updates and professional communication.
• Collaboration: Work with other lawyers to develop strategy for favorable outcomes.
• Attend, support, and participate in high-level legal activities including hearings and negotiations.
• Compliance: Ensure rigorous compliance with legal standards and regulations.
• Professional Development: Seek ongoing training to enhance legal knowledge and leadership skills.
• Firm Citizenship and Community Involvement: Contribute to firm programs and pro bono work.

Skills

Strong writing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

JD

California bar admission

Job description

DLA Piper’s Trademark, Copyright & Media Group is seeking a junior associate or non-partnership track attorney to join our California offices. We are looking for candidates with at least two (2) years of law firm experience in the areas of trademark and copyright litigation and counseling.

The ideal candidate will have strong writing skills, a client-first mindset, and a collaborative approach. A background from a nationally recognized law school and prior experience at an AmLaw 100 firm are