Senior Trademark Litigation Attorney

USPTO; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Patent and Trademark Office in Alexandria, VA seeks a Lead Attorney to defend decisions of the Director and TTAB in federal courts, manage all aspects of trademark litigation, and provide legal and policy advice across the Agency. You will brief and argue cases before the federal courts and collaborate with senior officials on strategic IP matters. Requirements include a J.D.

or LL.M. from an ABA-accredited law school and active Bar membership.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in trademark litigation and federal court proceedings.
• Experience drafting pleadings, briefs, and legal opinions in trademark law.
• Active bar membership and ability to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Defend decisions of the Director and TTAB in federal courts.
• Prepare and file amicus briefs on trademark law issues.
• Coordinate with Commerce and Justice departments on IP cases.
• Manage all aspects of litigations and appeals, incl. strategy and discovery.

Skills

Trademark litigation

Legal writing

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Policy analysis

Education

J.D. or LL.M. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

The United States Patent and Trademark Office in Alexandria, VA seeks a Lead Attorney to defend decisions of the Director and TTAB in federal courts, manage all aspects of trademark litigation, and provide legal and policy advice across the Agency. You will brief and argue cases before the federal courts and collaborate with senior officials on strategic IP matters. Requirements include a J.D.

or LL.M. from an ABA-accredited law school and active Bar membership.