Senior Trademark Associate

Fitch, Even, Tabin & Flannery LLP; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Option

Bonus Eligibility

Vehicle health benefits

Retirement Plan with Firm Matching

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Fitch Even is seeking an experienced Senior Trademark Associate to join our Chicago trademark practice. The role involves handling a diverse portfolio of domestic and international matters, including clearance, prosecution, and enforcement, with opportunities to work on copyright and IP agreements.

You will develop prosecution strategies, manage complex client matters, and collaborate with partners and international counsel.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of substantive trademark experience at a law firm or in-house.
• Experience with TTAB and/or federal court proceedings; copyright and IP transactional work a plus.
• Self-motivated, proactive management of matters.
• Experience coordinating with foreign associates on international portfolios.
• Excellent writing and client-communication skills with a business-minded approach.
• Collaborative, creative problem solving and a willingness to mentor others.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of domestic and international trademark matters, including clearance, prosecution, and enforcement.
• Develop and execute prosecution strategies, including overcoming likelihood-of-confusion refusals.
• Perform trademark clearance searches and assessments.
• Assess copyrightability and prepare/c prosecute copyright applications; advise on copyright issues.
• Advise clients on brand launches, enforcement strategy, coexistence and settlements, and related commercial issues.
• Prepare and advise on IP-related agreements (NDAs, joint development, influencer, licenses).
• Handle enforcement matters from cease-and-desist to TTAB proceedings and federal court when needed.
• Collaborate with international counsel on cross-border filings and enforcement.
• Mentor associates and paralegals and contribute to the practice group.

Skills

Trademark prosecution

International portfolios

Strong writing skills

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

Illinois Bar Admission

Job description

Fitch Even is seeking an experienced Senior Trademark Associate to join our trademark practice in Chicago. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys substantive, varied trademark work and wants to take on meaningful client responsibility within a collegial, well-established IP firm. The role will also involve some copyright and IP agreement responsibilities. You'll work closely with partners and play an important role in a growing practice group that serves a sophisticated domestic and international client base.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Play a key role in managing a diverse portfolio of domestic and international trademark matters, including clearance, prosecution, and enforcement.
• Develop and execute prosecution strategies, including overcoming likelihood-of-confusion and other refusals.
• Perform trademark clearance searches and assessments.
• Assess copyrightability, prepare and prosecute copyright applications, and advise on copyright issues.
• Advise clients on brand launches, enforcement strategy, coexistence and settlement negotiations, and related commercial issues.
• Prepare and advise clients regarding commercial agreements that relate to intellectual property, such as non-disclosure agreements, joint development agreements, influencer agreements, and license agreements.
• Handle enforcement matters ranging from cease-and-desist strategy through TTAB proceedings and, where appropriate, federal court.
• Collaborate with international counsel on cross-border trademark strategy, filings, and enforcement.
• Contribute to the mentoring of associates and paralegals and to the ongoing work of the practice group.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of substantive trademark experience at a law firm or in-house.
• Strong background in trademark prosecution and enforcement, including TTAB and/or federal court experience; copyright and IP transactional experience a plus.
• A self-motivated, proactive approach to management of matters.
• Experience with international trademark portfolios and coordinating with foreign associates.
• Excellent writing skills, client-communication skills, and a practical, business-minded approach.
• A collaborative working style and creative approach to problem solving.
• Admission to the Illinois bar (or eligibility to waive in) in good standing.

This position will be based in our Chicago office. At this time, employees are required to be in the office two days per week.

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. The target salary range for this role is below. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program as outlined below.

Target Salary Range

$200,000 to $250,000

Fitch Even offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Our core benefits include the following:

• Retirement Savings Plans with Firm Matching
• Paid Leave Benefits, including Holidays
• Disability Insurance (Firm Paid)
• Life Insurance (Firm Paid)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Work Hours
• Hybrid Work Option
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement with Firm Contribution
• Firm Sponsored Social Events and Team Building Activities

Fitch, Even, Tabin & Flannery LLP is firmly committed to equal employment opportunity hiring practices. All candidates receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. All applications will be treated confidentially.