Senior Trademark Policy Attorney

U.S. Department of Commerce; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

This position is located in the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), Office of Policy and International Affairs (OPIA), Policy-Trademarks. The incumbent serves as a technical and legal analyst and advisor within the USPTO on trademark, domain name, and geographical indications policy matters.

You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management qualification requirements for the advertised General Attorney position (0905) and for GS levels described, with emphasis on

Qualifications

• GS-14 requires 3 years of professional legal experience post JD.
• GS-15 requires 4 years of professional legal experience post JD.
• Specialized experience includes trademark examination/prosecution, briefing materials, and policy writing.

Responsibilities

• Advise on domestic and international IP rights protection for trademarks, domains, and GI.
• Prepare policy analyses, briefing materials, and testimony for senior management.
• Lead research and writing on legal policy matters.

Job description

This position is located in the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), Office of Policy and International Affairs (OPIA), Policy-Trademarks. The incumbent serves as a technical and legal analyst and advisor within the USPTO on trademark, domain name, and geographical indications policy matters.

You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management qualification requirements for the advertised General Attorney position (0905) and for GS levels described, with emphasis on