Trademark Attorney

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 157,500 - 192,500; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruiting firm in Chicago is seeking a Trademark Staff Attorney for its Intellectual Property practice. This role involves trademark prosecution, enforcement strategies, and litigation support. Ideal candidates must possess strong academic credentials and excellent writing and interpersonal skills. The position offers a competitive salary starting at $175k+ and requires collaboration within a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Preparing and filing U.S. and international trademark applications with the USPTO.
• Conducting trademark searches and managing global trademark portfolios.
• Developing enforcement strategies including cease and desist letters.

Responsibilities

• Involve trademark litigation and opposition support.
• Prepare pleadings and conduct discovery efforts.
• Work within a highly collaborative team environment.

Skills

Trademark prosecution

Trademark enforcement

Litigation support

Legal research

Strong writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Strong academic credentials

Job description

Our client is a top firm, seeking a Trademark Staff Attorney for its Intellectual Property practice in Chicago. The salary for this position starts at $175k+. This position primarily involves trademark prosecution and enforcement. This is a non‑partner track position.

Qualifications

• Preparing and filing U.S. and international trademark applications with the USPTO, conducting trademark searches, preparing and responding to office actions, managing global trademark portfolios
• Enforcement strategies, which includes developing strategies, cease and desist letters, negotiating settlements, reviewing international trademark watch notices, managing int'l. trademark opposition and cancellations.
• Litigation/opposition support involving legal research, preparing pleadings, and discovery efforts.

All candidates must possess strong academic credentials and excellent writing and interpersonal skills, as well as an interest in working within a highly collaborative team environment.

About Us

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC is a boutique legal recruiting firm committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with top‑tier law firms and in‑house legal departments nationwide. With decades of experience and a personalized, relationship‑driven approach, we take pride in understanding the unique needs of both our clients and candidates. We are a proud member of the National Association of Legal Search Consultants (NALSC) and strictly adhere to the NALSC Code of Ethics. Marina Sirras, our founder, is a former President and Chairperson of the organization, reflecting our longstanding commitment to integrity and professionalism in legal recruiting.

To learn more about our team and services, please visit us at www.lawseek.com.