Trademark Attorney — Global Brand Protection & Strategy

Adams & Martin Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams & Martin Group, a highly regarded national law firm in Chicago, seeks a Trademark Associate with 4-7 years of experience to join its Intellectual Property practice. You will manage U.S.

and international trademark portfolios, provide counseling, and handle prosecution, licensing, and enforcement for sophisticated domestic and international clients. You will work on brand protection strategies, domain disputes, and related litigation, collaborating closely with clients and a collegial IP

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• 4-7 years of substantive trademark experience, preferably in a law firm environment.
• Experience with trademark counseling, clearance, prosecution, licensing, enforcement, and portfolio management.
• Exposure to TTAB proceedings, UDRP disputes, trademark enforcement matters, and related litigation.
• Strong research, writing, analytical, organizational, and client-management skills.
• Ability to manage a fast-paced workload and multiple deadlines.
• Licensed and in good standing in the jurisdiction where the attorney will practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage U.S. and international trademark portfolios for a diverse client base.
• Provide trademark counseling, clearance, and risk assessment for new brands and product launches.
• Handle all aspects of domestic and international trademark prosecution.
• Draft and negotiate trademark-related agreements, including licensing matters.
• Develop and implement brand enforcement strategies, including cease-and-desist campaigns and online enforcement initiatives.
• Represent clients in TTAB proceedings, domain name disputes (UDRP), foreign oppositions, and trademark-related litigation matters.
• Partner directly with clients on complex global brand protection issues and broader intellectual property strategies.

Skills

Trademark knowledge

Portfolio management

Legal research

Legal writing

Client management

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Job description

Adams & Martin Group, a highly regarded national law firm in Chicago, seeks a Trademark Associate with 4-7 years of experience to join its Intellectual Property practice. You will manage U.S.

and international trademark portfolios, provide counseling, and handle prosecution, licensing, and enforcement for sophisticated domestic and international clients. You will work on brand protection strategies, domain disputes, and related litigation, collaborating closely with clients and a collegial IP