Trademark Partner

Hodgson Russ LLP; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Hodgson Russ LLP, a leading law firm known for excellence in legal services, seeks a trademark partner to join its intellectual property practice in one of its New York City, Buffalo, Rochester, Albany, or Hackensack offices.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in intellectual property law, with deep expertise in trademark prosecution, portfolio management, and enforcement, and a portable book of business to contribute to firm growth. Excellent client service and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Expertise in trademark prosecution, management of international trademark portfolios, trademark enforcement and anti-counterfeiting.
• Experience with licensing and transactional agreements.
• Litigation experience before Federal Courts and the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
• Proficient leader who excels in client service, team development, and practice growth.
• Candidate must have a portable book of business and bring a client portfolio of intellectual property matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on potential trademark protection, perform clearance searches, prosecute U.S. trademark applications and manage trademark oppositions.
• Coordinate global trademark portfolio coverage with foreign associates.
• Draft license agreements and other transactional agreements.
• Send and respond to cease and desist letters.
• Work with our M&A team on trademark, brand, and domain name diligence.
• Appear before U.S. federal courts and the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Supervise an associate and a team of paralegals.

Skills

Trademark prosecution

Portfolio management

Licensing agreements

Litigation experience

Client leadership

Education

J.D.

Job description

(New York City, Buffalo, Rochester, Albany, or Hackensack)

Hodgson Russ LLP, a dynamic and leading law firm known for its excellence and innovation in legal services, is seeking a trademark partner to join its intellectual property practice group in one of the Firm’s New York City, Buffalo, Rochester, Albany, or Hackensack offices.

Experience

10+ years in intellectual property law.

Qualifications

• Expertise in trademark prosecution, management of international trademark portfolios, trademark enforcement and anti-counterfeiting.
• Experience with licensing and transactional agreements.
• Litigation experience before Federal Courts and the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
• Proficient leader who excels in client service, team development, and practice growth.
• Candidate must have a portable book of business and bring a client portfolio of intellectual property matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on potential trademark protection, perform clearance searches, prosecute U.S. trademark applications and manage trademark oppositions.
• Coordinate global trademark portfolio coverage with foreign associates.
• Draft license agreements and other transactional agreements.
• Send and respond to cease and desist letters.
• Work with our M&A team on trademark, brand, and domain name diligence.
• Appear before U.S. federal courts and the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Supervise an associate and a team of paralegals.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent technical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other practice areas to provide comprehensive solutions to clients.

Salary

$175,000 to $450,000

• A competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, life, long term disability, flexible spending, 401(k), Paid Time Off, pension plan, and more. At this time, the good faith estimate of the annual salary range for this position, if the successful applicant is based in New York City, Buffalo, Rochester, Albany, or Hackensack, is $175,000 to $450,000. Where a successful applicant is slotted within this range will vary based on legitimate criteria, such as experience, portables, and skill level. This range is not applicable to other locations.

To learn more about our firm, visit our website www.hodgsonruss.com.

Hodgson Russ LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, familial status, or any other legally protected basis. https://www.hodgsonruss.com/about-diversity.html

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