Senior Trademark Policy & Legal Advisor

Patent and Trademark Office; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in Alexandria, VA, seeks a technical and legal analyst and advisor in the Office of Policy and International Affairs (OPIA). The role focuses on domestic and international IP rights protection for trademarks, domain names, and geographical indications, requiring JD and professional legal experience post‑JD.

Applicants must meet OPM qualifications standards; GS-14/15 equivalents apply with progressive responsibilities for drafting policy, briefing

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Bar admission in at least one state.
• Experience in trademark procurement/examination.
• Experience researching and writing on legal policy matters.

Responsibilities

• Analyze trademark, domain name, and GI matters at USPTO.
• Prepare policy position papers, analyses, and briefing materials for senior managers.
• Lead or contribute to legal research and drafting in policy discussions.

Skills

Legal research

Policy analysis

Briefing preparation

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in Alexandria, VA, seeks a technical and legal analyst and advisor in the Office of Policy and International Affairs (OPIA). The role focuses on domestic and international IP rights protection for trademarks, domain names, and geographical indications, requiring JD and professional legal experience post‑JD.

Applicants must meet OPM qualifications standards; GS-14/15 equivalents apply with progressive responsibilities for drafting policy, briefing