About the RoleWe are seeking a
Trademark Associate to join our firm. For candidates in the Austin, Texas area, this is a hybrid position with in-office requirements. Out-of-state candidates will be considered for a fully remote position.
Pirkey Barber works with a broad range of clients across multiple industries such as for-profit and non-profit companies, foreign entities, and religious organizations. The successful applicant will be required, as an essential function of this job, to advocate on behalf of their clients.
What You'll Do- Manage and conduct U.S. and international trademark clearance searches and provide practical opinions to clients on risk and brand strategy.
- Handle trademark prosecution matters including filing of U.S. applications, responses to office actions, and maintenance of global trademark portfolios.
- Assist clients with brand protection, including monitoring and routine enforcement. Depending on the experience of the candidate, the role may also involve opposition/cancellation proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) or trademark litigation.
- Counsel clients on domain name issues, social media handles/brands, licensing and assignment of trademarks.
- Interface directly with clients - advising in-house legal and brand teams on brand rollout, portfolio management, anti-counterfeiting efforts, and clearance enforcement.
Qualifications- J.D. from an accredited law school with an active Texas state bar license or eligibility to waive into the Texas bar
- 2-7 years of full-time (or equivalent) experience in trademark law, including prosecution, clearance, enforcement or portfolio management. Experience in TTAB or IP litigation is a plus but not required.
- Strong experience in trademark clearance, filing strategies, responses to USPTO office actions, and international trademark prosecution.
- Excellent writing, research, analytical and project-management skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience managing competing priorities, multiple client matters and deadlines; highly organized, detail-oriented and business-minded.
- Strong interpersonal and client-service skills; willingness to engage in client calls, deliver strategic advice and build relationships.
What we offer- Compensation of $168,000-$224,000 per year with a competitive bonus structure
- A collaborative and flexible work culture that prioritizes work-life balance
- Opportunities for growth and leadership
- Early opportunities for significant trademark-related responsibilities
Benefits:- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Telehealth
- Vision insurance
Required Application Materials:- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcript
- Writing Sample
This position is not available to candidates who now or in the future will require U.S. visa sponsorship (including H-1B, TN, or E-3 visas).
To learn more about this role, our firm, and our work, please visit our website at https://pirkeybarber.com/
