Trademark Associate

EEO Statement EEO STATEMENT: It is the policy of this Firm as a responsible member of the business and legal community to provide equal employment opportunity in connection with hiring, employment, training, compensation, promotion and other conditions of employment. The Firm will not engage in or tolerate unlawful discrimination (including any form of unlawful harassment or retaliation) on the basis of a person's sex/gender, pregnancy (including childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, familial status, civil union or domestic partner status, nationality or national origin, ancestry, citizenship, immigrant status, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, use of a trained service animal, medical condition, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, victim of domestic violence crime, sexual assault or stalking or membership in any "protected group" under federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, job requirements, recruiting, interviewing, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, assignments, evaluations, coaching, promotions, discipline, and discharge. A more detailed statement of our Firm's policy is set forth in the Firm’s Equal Employment Opportunity and Harassment Prevention Policy. Position Summary Duane Morris LLP, a leading international law firm, is seeking to hire a junior to mid-level associate, with at least 2–4 years of experience, to join its Intellectual Property Practice Group. The ideal candidate will have experience handling domestic and international trademark portfolios, including trademark clearance, counseling, prosecution, maintenance and enforcement. Experience before the TTAB and/or some trademark litigation experience is preferred. Additional experience in any of the following areas is a plus: copyrights, social media, advertising, online business, licensing and privacy. Candidates must possess excellent academic credentials, as well as strong communication, organization, research, writing and analytical skills. A motivated, independent candidate with a willingness to learn and who will work hard will excel in this position. Writing sample and law school transcript required. Bar admission required based on location (NY or Philadelphia preferred) or ability to become admitted by waiver. Qualifications Minimum of 2–4 years of experience in intellectual property law. Experience handling domestic and international trademark portfolios: clearance, counseling, prosecution, maintenance, enforcement. Experience before the TTAB and/or trademark litigation considered a plus. Additional experience preferred in copyrights, social media, advertising, online business, licensing, and privacy. Strong academic credentials. Excellent communication, organization, research, writing, and analytical skills. Writing sample and law school transcript required. Bar admission required in NY or Philadelphia, or ability to become admitted by waiver. Compensation The target annual pay range for this role is $220,000–$280,000. Actual pay will vary depending upon various factors, including relevant experience, skill‑set, current business needs and market factors. The compensation range listed is just one component of Duane Morris’ total comp package for employees, which, depending on the position, may also include discretionary bonuses and incentive packages, and firm‑sponsored benefit programs. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact the Legal Recruiting Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Duane Morris LLP