Trademark Attorney | Partner Level

Jobot; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Buffalo is seeking a Senior Intellectual Property Attorney to lead a trademark-focused practice. The role involves advising clients on trademark strategies, managing international trademark portfolios, and supervising a team. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in intellectual property law, specifically in trademark prosecution and enforcement. A Juris Doctor degree is required. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in intellectual property law with a strong trademark focus.
• Deep expertise in trademark prosecution, portfolio management, enforcement, and anti-counterfeiting.
• Litigation experience before federal courts and the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on trademark protection strategy.
• Manage and coordinate international trademark portfolios.
• Handle trademark enforcement matters and manage oppositions.

Skills

Intellectual property law expertise

Trademark prosecution

Client service

Leadership and mentoring

Cross-practice collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Job description

Overview

Reputable AM 200 Firm with Structured Career Development. This Jobot Job is hosted by: Luke Moussalli. Salary: $175,000 - $450,000 per year. We are an Am Law 200, full-service law firm representing regional and national clients across a broad range of industries. Our attorneys collaborate closely across practice areas to deliver practical, business-focused legal solutions. We prioritize professional development, long-term growth, and a collegial firm culture.

Job Details

We are seeking a senior-level Intellectual Property Attorney to lead and expand a sophisticated trademark-focused practice serving domestic and international clients.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on trademark protection strategy, conduct clearance searches, and prosecute U.S. trademark applications
• Manage and coordinate international trademark portfolios with foreign counsel
• Handle trademark enforcement matters, including cease and desist letters and anti-counterfeiting efforts
• Manage trademark oppositions and appear before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board
• Draft and negotiate licensing and other intellectual property-related transactional agreements
• Support mergers and acquisitions by handling trademark, brand, and domain name diligence
• Appear before U.S. federal courts and the United States Patent and Trademark Office
• Supervise and mentor an associate and a team of paralegals
• Drive practice growth through client development and cross-practice collaboration

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in intellectual property law with a strong trademark focus
• Deep expertise in trademark prosecution, portfolio management, enforcement, and anti-counterfeiting
• Experience with licensing and intellectual property-related transactional agreements
• Litigation experience before federal courts and the United States Patent and Trademark Office
• Demonstrated leadership in client service, team development, and practice growth
• Portable book of business and existing intellectual property client portfolio preferred
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• Excellent written, verbal, and technical communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively across practice areas

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