Trademark/Copyright Litigation Associate

Husch Blackwell LLP; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 215,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Husch Blackwell LLP in the United States seeks a Trademark/Copyright Litigation Associate with 3–7 years of experience to join our offices, with Nashville preferred but open to other offices or remote options.

The role focuses on handling broad trademark and copyright matters, including TTAB proceedings, international portfolios, UDRP disputes, and related licensing and drafting tasks. A strong academic record and proactive, entrepreneurial approach are valued.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of trademark/copyright litigation experience.
• TTAB experience is required.
• Active bar license in the state where applying or ability to obtain quickly.
• Strong academic credentials and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of trademark and copyright matters.
• Work on domestic and international portfolios and TTAB proceedings.
• Drafting and responding to demand letters, litigation support, licensing work.
• Collaborate with the Financial Services & Capital Markets team.

Skills

Trademark litigation

Copyright litigation

TTAB experience

Domain name disputes

Client collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission

Job description

Husch Blackwell LLP is a national law firm with multiple locations across the United States, dedicated to our clients and the industries they serve.

We have an immediate opening for a Trademark/Copyright Litigation Associate with three to seven years of experience preferred. Our Nashville office is preferred, but we will consider candidates for any of our offices including our virtual office, The Link. Trademark litigation/TTAB experience is a threshold requirement. The candidate will work primarily with attorneys in our Financial Services & Capital Markets business unit.

The associate will work on a broad range of trademark and copyright matters, including large domestic and international trademark portfolios, proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB), trademark and copyright disputes, domain name disputes under the Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy (UDRP), anticounterfeiting enforcement, drafting and responding to demand letters, litigation support, copyright registration, and trademark and copyright licensing and technology agreement work.

The ideal candidate will have excellent academic credentials, a commitment to the community, superior interpersonal skills and a demonstrated record of working well under pressure. The candidate should demonstrate exceptional judgment, the ability to effectively handle multiple projects, and the ability to articulate legal strategies and courses of action. Candidates should have an active bar license in the state corresponding with the office to which they are applying or commit to obtaining one as soon as possible. We look for proactive, dynamic, and entrepreneurial individuals with varied backgrounds, interests, and experience for a diverse candidate pool.

At Husch Blackwell we believe that diverse, equitable and inclusive teams lead to better outcomes. Husch Blackwell is committed to retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented lawyers and business professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We foster an engaged, diverse, and inclusive team culture of accountability and purpose that makes our Firm and our communities better.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and much more.

Pursuant to applicable state laws, the compensation range for this position in California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington, D.C. is $215,000 to $260,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Salaries in all other markets will vary depending on market data.

Associates are eligible for an Associate Performance Bonus and Client Development Bonus.

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