Senior Intellectual Property Associate - Trademark

Responsibilities Manage U.S. and international trademark portfolios, including clearance, filing strategy, prosecution, disputes, oppositions, and cancellationsDirect trademark searching and risk analysis using Saegis or comparable platformsUse AI and other technology tools to deliver trademark services and analysis more efficiently and effectively, and help evaluate and adopt new tools for the practiceDevelop practical brand protection and enforcement strategies that fit clients’ business goals, budgets, and risk toleranceRespond to USPTO office actions and handle investigations and enforcement mattersDraft and negotiate coexistence, consent, license, assignment, and settlement agreementsManage foreign counsel on global filings and disputesBuild and maintain client relationships as a trusted day-to-day adviserLead and manage teams of attorneys and paralegals, including staffing matters, setting priorities, overseeing quality and budgets, and developing talent Qualifications Six or more years of trademark experience, including clearance, prosecution, portfolio management, and enforcementDemonstrated experience managing teams of attorneys and paralegals, beyond mentoring and trainingExperience using AI and other technology tools to deliver trademark-related services and analysis, with sound judgment on their appropriate use, accuracy, and client confidentialitySound judgment on registrability and infringement questionsAbility to explain complex legal issues clearly to legal and nonlegal audiencesExceptional analytical skills, strong academic credentials, and excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skillsCalifornia bar membership preferredPlus: experience with online brand protection, domain name disputes, technology and Internet law, copyright, advertising, marketing, or privacy, and experience advising start-ups To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, JD transcript, and writing sample through our online application. Benefits And Compensation Details At Fenwick, we believe that our partners and employees are our most important asset. Helping you and your families achieve and maintain good health - physical, emotional, and financial - is the reason we offer a comprehensive benefit program. We provide benefits to eligible employees under plans such as Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Wellbeing. Except as otherwise required by law, temporary employees are generally not entitled to these benefits. The Anticipated Range For This Position Is $390,000 - $435,000 Depending on the role, the actual base salary offered may depend upon a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. A discretionary bonus for eligible employees may also be available based on performance. Additional information about employee eligibility for benefits and discretionary bonus will be made available upon request.