Sr. Trademark Counsel

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 235,000 - 353,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Stock programs and education reimburse

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino seeks an attorney to join the Trademark Team. You will advise on clearance, prosecution and disputes, and help manage a large global trademark portfolio across products and markets.

The role requires 8+ years in trademark law, US and international experience, and a JD with US bar admission. Collaboration with internal teams and foreign counsel is essential to balance risk and innovation.

Qualifications

• 8+ years practicing trademark attorney with US and international experience.
• Experience prosecuting trademark applications at USPTO and working with foreign counsel.
• JD or equivalent and admission to at least one US state bar.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a broad range of trademark matters including clearance, prosecution and disputes.
• Manage a large global trademark portfolio and coordinate with global teams.
• Handle complex disputes and provide practical business-focused legal advice.

Skills

Trademark law

US & international trademark

US bar admission

Legal drafting

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Corporate Functions

Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly! Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish.Do you love taking on big challenges without precedent? Do you possess a deep knowledge of the legal field and a passion for innovation? As a part of our Legal group, you’ll help uphold Apple’s high ethical and corporate standards, as well as defend our intellectual property. You’ll help provide legal support for all our products and businesses across the globe. Working for a company that invents entire categories and industries means you’ll be challenged to creatively apply your deep legal expertise to rare and often unexplored aspects of the law. Together with your team, you’ll provide the critical support needed worldwide for all Apple products and businesses.

Description

We are looking for an attorney to join Apple’s Trademark Team. The position is responsible for advising on a broad range of trademark matters with an emphasis on clearance, prosecution, dispute work, as well as experience in managing a large global trademark portfolio. The candidate must have experience in managing complex global disputes and be able to solve highly complex issues in creative and effective ways, while maintaining an acceptable level of legal risk in a fast-paced environment. This attorney will share responsibility with Apple’s other trademark attorneys and specialists for the company’s trademark practice.

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years as a practicing attorney in trademark law with extensive US and international experience in clearance, prosecution, and dispute work.


• Significant experience prosecuting trademark applications at the USPTO, with insight and knowledge of USPTO trademark procedures.


• Experience managing foreign counsel on international clearance, prosecution and disputes.


• JD or equivalent and admission to at least one US state bar.

Preferred Qualifications

• Self-starter who can learn quickly and has ability to adapt to changing priorities.


• Ability to work independently managing a busy day to day portfolio and collaborate with a large team.


• Detail oriented and able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks.


• Works well under pressure in a fast-moving environment.


• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to deliver practical business advice.


• Strong business acumen with the ability to exercise sound commercial and legal judgment.


• Creative problem-solver with ability to resolve complex issues in creative and efficient ways.


• Experience in technology and consumer electronics industries a plus.

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $235,100 and $353,400, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits

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