Associate - IP Practice/Trademark

About the role

BakerHostetler is seeking a Trademark associate to join its nationally recognized Intellectual Property practice group. The position may be located in one of multiple offices including Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Cincinnati, OH; Columbus, OH; Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Los Angeles, CA; Orange County, CA; Orlando, FL; Philadelphia, PA; San Francisco, CA; Seattle, WA; or Washington D.C.

Responsibilities

• Global brand protection
• Trademark counseling
• Trademark prosecution
• Trademark clearance
• Licensing
• Enforcement, including cease and desist letters, notice-and-takedown procedures, TTAB actions, foreign oppositions, UDRP disputes, and federal litigation
• Managing complex U.S. and global trademark portfolios

Requirements

• 4‑7 years of trademark experience
• Admitted to practice law in the state where the candidate will reside

Qualifications

• Excellent academic credentials, including a J.D. from a nationally recognized and accredited law school

Skills

• Strong research, writing, and oral skills
• Ability to manage a fast‑paced, global and complex workload and docket while maintaining priorities and anticipating issues
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
• Professional commitment and interpersonal skills necessary to interact with clients and succeed in a collaborative team environment

Benefits

• Group health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid holidays (11 days)
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan
• Parental leave (10 weeks, not including disability, where applicable)
• Family care program
• Wellness program
• Life and accident insurance
• Short and long‑term disability

Pay

For Denver, the expected annual salary range is $260,000 – $315,000. For Chicago, Los Angeles, Orange County, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington D.C., the expected annual salary range is $285,000 – $370,000. Salary is determined by experience, education/training, geographic region, and relevant skills. Associates also participate in a performance‑ and hours‑based bonus program.