Trademark Professional Track Associate Attorney - Crowell & Moring

Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with offices in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia that represents clients in litigation and arbitration, regulatory and policy, and transactional and corporate matters. The firm is internationally recognized for its representation of Fortune 500 companies in high-stakes litigation and government-facing matters, as well as its ongoing commitment to pro bono service and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Job Summary

Crowell & Moring LLP, a global Am Law 100 law firm, seeks a highly qualified professional track/staff trademark associate to join its Advertising & Brand Protection ​practice group, in its Chicago, IL office. This is a full-time, professional (non-promotion) track attorney position

Qualified candidates will meet the following experience and skill requirements -

• A minimum of 5 years of extensive domestic and international trademark prosecution experience, 10+ years of experience preferred
• Extensive experience in trademark portfolio management,
• Extensive experience reviewing trademark search reports and preparing written trademark clearance opinions
• Experience monitoring trademark watch notices and preparing written recommendations when warranted
• Experience with trademark enforcement, including prepare cease-and-desist letters, and handling oppositions and cancellation actions before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board,
• Experience managing international trademark matters and communicating with foreign trademark practitioners
• Experience with trademark licensing, and due diligence projects
• Have excellent academic and professional credentials as well as highly developed writing, analytical, and communication skills

Be a member of the Illinois Bar or eligible to waive in.

Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave and progressive options such as back up childcare, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.

Our Firm is committed to fair and equitable compensation practice in accordance to applicable laws. The salary range for this position is $170,000 to $220,000. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus. Other benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave. The salary for this position may vary based on market data, an applicant’s skills and prior experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other factors.

SEARCH FIRM/AGENCY CANDIDATE SUBMISSIONS ARE NOT BEING ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION.

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