Senior IP Attorney (Partner Track)

SeniorIPAttorney:PartnerTrackata Boutique IP Firm
Trademark,BrandProtection&Enforcement|BoutiqueIPPractice

Location:

Washington,D.C.(hybridpreferred;opentostrongcandidatesinotherU.S.markets as a remote role)

BarRequirement:

D.C.Barrequiredorimmediateeligibilitytowaiveinto D.C.

ExperienceLevel:

7–12+yearsofsubstantivetrademarkexperience,withstrongbackground in prosecution and enforcement

Classification:

Full-TimeW-2Employeewithbenefits

MISSION OF THE ROLE
To serve as a senior attorney responsible for trademark prosecution and enforcement matters, managingcomplexclientworkindependentlyatahighstandardofquality,responsiveness,and business judgment, while contributing to the firm's growth. Law Office of Chun T. Wright's ("CTW Law") mission is to serve as top counsel to trailblazers for leading-edge industries including artificial intelligence (AI), technology, and videogames. The right hire does not simply fill a seat. They carry that standard forward.

THE OPPORTUNITY & PARTNER TRACK
The IP practice spans trademark prosecution, enforcement, and disputes, with a client base that includes U.S. and international companies across technology, AI, software platforms, entertainment software, consumer goods, travel, outdoor recreation, and other leading-edge industries.CTWLawisknownforitsresponsiveness,attentiontodetail,andabilitytocombine legal precision with practical business judgment and advice.

Fortherightcandidate,thisisnotalateralmove.Itisanopportunitytotakeonameaningfulrole withinahigh-qualityboutiquefirmwithadefinedculture,astrongreferralnetwork,andagrowing roster of innovative clients. For senior attorneys with proven business acumen and aligned values, there is a clear, structured partner track. Long-term trajectory and ownership within the firm is available to the right person, earned through performance and cultural fit.

OUTCOMES BY MILESTONE

30Days:

HascompletedorientationtoCTWLaw'sfiles,systems,andclientrelationships, and is fully integrated into standard workflows.

60–90Days:

Isoperatingwithlimitedsupervisionandtakingrealday-to-dayownershipof active prosecution and brand protection matters.

6Months:

Isfunctioningwithtrueautonomy,runningtheirdefinedpracticelane,and serving as the primary contact for client accounts.

12Months:

Hassuccessfullyintegratedtheirclientportfoliointothefirmandisoperatingasa key contributor to the trademark practice's overall growth.

24Months:

Hasestablishedahighlystable,self-sustainingpracticelaneandisactively positioned for the transition to equity partnership.

COMPETENCIES & QUALIFICATIONS
Must-Haves:

Deepfluencyintrademarkprosecutionandenforcement,includingoppositionsbeforethe USPTO, cancellations, cease and desist matters, and related disputes.

7–12+yearsoftrademarkandIPexperience,withastrongbackgroundinboth prosecution and enforcement.

Excellentwrittenandverbalcommunicationthatisclear,practical,andstrategically sound, consistent with CTW Law's established reputation.

Stronganalyticalabilitiesandmeticulousattentionto detail.

Anexistingportablebookofbusinessordemonstrableabilitytooriginateandgrowclient relationships. A portable book in the $200,000–$500,000 range is preferred; candidates with strong growth potential will also be considered.

High autonomy and self-direction with an ability to work collaboratively and receive constructivefeedback.Comfortwithclearownershipandaccountabilityinaboutique environment.

Professionalmaturityandlow-egocollaboration,contributingtoahigh-trust,low-drama working environment.

TechsavvinessandgenuinefamiliaritywithAItoolsandtheirapplicationinlegalpracticeto build a nimble, tech-forward firm.

Interestinbuildingwithinthefirm,notoperatinginasilo.Thishireisfoundationaltoa larger, scalable team.

Nice-to-Haves:

Experiencewithanti-counterfeitingandanti-piracyenforcementataninternationalor cross-border level.

Familiaritywithreferral-basedbusinessdevelopmentandanexistingnetworkwithinthe trademark and broader IP community.

Experiencewithcopyrightaspartofenforcementandbrandprotectionstrategy.

ConnectionstoorbareligibilityinmarketsbeyondD.C.,particularlyCaliforniaand Texas.

Who This Role is Not For:

Youneedguaranteedcompensationabovethepostedbaserange.

We'vebeenexplicit about what we can and cannot do, and we'd rather say so now than three months in.

Youwantlarge-firminfrastructure.

Aboutiquehandlesdirectlywhatadministrativelayers absorb elsewhere. Plenty of excellent lawyers prefer the layers - that's legitimate, and it isn't this job.

You want the work without the practice.

This seat contributes to the firm's growth: originating,pricing,building.Ifyouwanttodoexcellentlegalworkandnothingelse,that role exists and this isn't it.

CTW LAW CORE VALUES
These values are operational, not aspirational. They highlight our exact day-to-day operating style and the sharp attitude we expect employees to embody.

Be a Good Steward.
The firm promotes wellbeing at every level: team, client, organizational, and community. When a problem surfaces, it is addressed quickly and professionally. Solutions come with the problems.

Be Nimble.
CTW Law is easy to work with, both internally and for clients and their clients downstream. The "Wright-sized" approach means agility over bureaucracy, and communicationthatisalwaysdigestibleanddirect.Thefirmthinksquickly,listenscarefully, and offers options.

Act Courageously.
Hard things are not avoided here. Difficult conversations happen promptlyandlive,nothiddenbehindemail.Ownershipistaken.Helpisaskedforwhen needed.

Stay Adept.
Details matter. Commas matter. Polish and presentation matter. Over 90% of newbusinesscomesfromrepeatclientsorreferrals,atestamenttothecaliberofworkand the client experience the firm consistently delivers. That is the bar.

ROLE STRUCTURE, COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
This full-time W-2 position offers a guaranteed base salary of $150,000 to $200,000 annually, starting at $150,000 and increasing as your portable practice transitions to the firm. In addition to base salary, you earn an uncapped share of your collections above an agreed threshold, with a higher share on business you originate and on growth in the firm clients you take over. Total target Year 1 compensation is $150,000 to $250,000+, scaled to your portable book and origination performance. There are no billable-hour minimums for this role. Benefits include professional liability coverage, health insurance, a 401(k) with 4% employer match, bar dues and CLE support, and flexible PTO.

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