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Trademark & Copyright Associate - Prosecution / Brand Management | Multiple U.S. Offices | Firm Policy | 2+ Years' Experience | $280,000–$350,000 Base + Bonus | Am Law 100

Watts & Associates is working discreetly with a highly regarded Am Law 100 global full-service law firm seeking a Trademark & Copyright Associate - Prosecution / Brand Management to join its Multiple U.S. Offices platform.

This opportunity offers sophisticated trademark, copyright and brand-protection matters for global brands, technology companies and consumer-facing businesses within a nationally recognised trademark and copyright practice.

The successful attorney will work closely with partners and senior attorneys, take ownership of substantive matters and gain exposure to high-value work, important clients and cross-practice collaboration.

Company Highlights

- Am Law 100 global full-service platform with sophisticated domestic and cross-border capabilities.

- Recognised practice strength across trademark and copyright and related corporate, regulatory or litigation disciplines.

- Established team advising global brands, technology companies and consumer-facing businesses on complex, high-value matters.

- Collaborative and partner-led environment offering meaningful associate responsibility.

- Structured mentoring, practical training and individual career-development support.

- Strong commitment to professional development, wellbeing, inclusion, innovation and pro bono work.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This is an opportunity to join a well-established trademark and copyright practice offering:

- Sophisticated trademark, copyright and brand-protection matters for global brands, technology companies and consumer-facing businesses.

- Meaningful ownership of substantive workstreams and increasing responsibility based on experience.

- Direct access to partners, senior attorneys and clients.

- Opportunities to deepen technical, commercial and strategic experience within a recognised trademark and copyright practice.

- A credible platform for long-term progression and advancement.

The Role

The successful attorney will support and lead key components of trademark and copyright matters, including:

- Advise on trademark clearance, prosecution, portfolio management, enforcement and brand-protection strategy.

- Handle copyright, advertising, unfair-competition, domain-name and online-enforcement matters as required.

- Draft filings, cease-and-desist correspondence, coexistence and licence agreements, and client advice.

- Support TTAB, federal-court or other contested proceedings where relevant.

- Coordinate with attorneys and professionals across related practice areas and offices.

The role offers direct collaboration with partners, senior attorneys and clients, together with increasing responsibility and opportunities to take ownership of important workstreams.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The firm is seeking an attorney with:

- At least 2 years of substantive trademark and copyright experience.

- Experience handling trademark, copyright and brand-protection matters for sophisticated clients.

- Strong drafting, analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.

- The ability to manage multiple workstreams, meet demanding deadlines and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.

- Strong academic credentials and experience in a sophisticated law-firm environment.

- Admission in the relevant office jurisdiction, or eligibility to waive in promptly, is required.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated base salary range is $280,000–$350,000, depending on class year, experience, location, qualifications and other relevant factors.

The firm also offers bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

- Medical, dental and vision insurance.

- Life and disability insurance.

- Retirement and 401(k) benefits.

- Paid time off and firm holidays.

- Parental and family-care benefits.

- Professional-development and continuing legal education support.

- Wellbeing resources and pro bono opportunities.

Location and Working Arrangement

The position is available in New York, NY / Atlanta, GA / Denver, CO / Los Angeles, CA / San Francisco, CA / Menlo Park, CA / Seattle, WA / Washington, DC / Winston-Salem, NC.

Working arrangements are governed by the firm's current office policy and may vary by office, team, client and business requirements.

Candidates must be admitted in the relevant jurisdiction or be eligible to obtain admission within the required timeframe.

Apply in Confidence

All discussions will be handled in strict confidence.

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Watts & Associates directly or submit your application for confidential consideration.

Kindly apply with your resume. Should your experience align with the opportunity, we will reach out by telephone, email or LinkedIn to schedule a discreet call. Recruiter submissions are accepted subject to the hiring firm's applicable search-firm agreement and submission procedures.

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