Trademark Prosecution Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Madison (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

Insurance package

HSA

FSA

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a motivated Trademark Prosecution Attorney in Madison, NJ with 1-3 years of experience to handle a diverse trademark portfolio and work closely with senior practitioners.

You will manage U.S. and international filings, analyze clearance searches, and draft Office Actions while advising clients on strategy and portfolio management in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of trademark prosecution experience in a law firm or in-house setting.
• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• New Jersey bar admission required; New York bar admission preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage U.S. and international trademark prosecution from clearance through registration.
• Conduct and analyze trademark searches and provide risk assessments.
• Draft and respond to Office Actions before the USPTO.
• Advise clients on trademark strategy, portfolio management, and enforcement.
• Coordinate with foreign associates on international filings and prosecution.
• Assist with trademark due diligence in corporate transactions.

Skills

Trademark law

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a motivated and detail-oriented Trademark Prosecution Attorney with 1-3 years of experience to join their intellectual property practice in Madison, NJ. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced practitioners in a collaborative environment, handling a diverse portfolio of trademark matters.

Duties

• Manage U.S. and international trademark prosecution from clearance through registration.
• Conduct and analyze trademark searches and provide risk assessments.
• Draft and respond to Office Actions before the USPTO.
• Advise clients on trademark strategy, portfolio management, and enforcement.
• Coordinate with foreign associates on international filings and prosecution.
• Assist with trademark due diligence in corporate transactions.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of trademark prosecution experience in a law firm or in-house setting.
• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with TTAB proceedings is a plus.
• Patent prosecution experience is a plus, but not required.
• New Jersey bar admission required.
• New York bar admission preferred.
• Part‑time candidates will be considered.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

Admission to the New Jersey Bar.

Skills

• Proficiency in trademark law and procedures.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong attention to detail.

Benefits

• Discretionary bonuses.
• Life, health, accident, and disability insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• 401(k) retirement plan.