Apple Attorney Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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Do you love taking on big challenges without precedent? Do you possess a deep knowledge of the legal field and a passion for innovation? As a part of our Legal group, you’ll help uphold Apple’s high ethical and corporate standards, as well as defend our intellectual property. You’ll help provide legal support for all our products and businesses across the globe. Working for a company that invents entire categories and industries means you’ll be challenged to creatively apply your deep legal expertise to rare and often unexplored aspects of the law. Together with your team, you’ll provide the critical support needed worldwide for all Apple products and businesses.
Description
We are looking for an attorney to join Apple’s Trademark Team in the role of Trademark Counsel. The position is responsible for advising on a broad range of trademark matters with an emphasis on clearance, prosecution, dispute work, as well as experience in managing a large global trademark portfolio. The candidate must have experience in managing complex global disputes and be able to solve highly complex issues in creative and effective ways, while maintaining an acceptable level of legal risk in a fast-paced environment. This attorney will share responsibility with Apple’s other trademark attorneys and specialists for the company’s trademark practice.
Preferred Qualifications
Self-starter who can learn quickly and has ability to adapt to changing priorities.
Ability to work independently managing a busy day to day portfolio and collaborate with a large team.
Detail oriented and able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks.
Works well under pressure in a fast-moving environment.
Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to deliver practical business advice.
Strong business acumen with the ability to exercise sound commercial and legal judgment.
Creative problem-solver with ability to resolve complex issues in creative and efficient ways.
Experience in technology and consumer electronics industries a plus.
Minimum Qualifications
5+ years as a practicing attorney in trademark law with extensive US and international experience in clearance, prosecution, and dispute work.
Significant experience prosecuting trademark applications at the USPTO, with insight and knowledge of USPTO trademark procedures.
Experience managing foreign counsel on international clearance, prosecution and disputes.
JD or equivalent and admission to at least one US state bar.
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $204,700 and $307,700, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.