Job Description
Role
Trademark Prosecution Attorney
Location
LA - California
Salary/Package
Betweeen $200,000-260,000 BASIC SALARY
Between $250,000-350,000 TOTAL PACKAGE
About The Firm:
The firm is a leading intellectual property practice based in Los Angeles, focusing on the protection, enforcement, and strategic management of brand assets for clients across a wide range of industries. The team advises on the full lifecycle of trademark matters, including clearance, prosecution, portfolio management, and enforcement, with a strong emphasis on practical, business-focused solutions. Known for its deep sector expertise and collaborative approach, the firm works closely with clients to build, protect, and strengthen their global brand positions in an increasingly complex commercial and regulatory landscape.
Responsibilities:
- Trademark Prosecution: Handle domestic and international filings, prosecution, and maintenance of trademark applications
- Portfolio Management: Manage and advise on global trademark portfolios for a range of clients
- Clearance & Strategy: Conduct clearance searches and provide advice on registrability and brand strategy
- Office Actions: Draft and respond to USPTO and foreign office actions
- Client & Enforcement Support: Advise on brand protection strategy and assist with oppositions, disputes, and enforcement matters
Candidate Requirements:
- Experience: 4+ years of trademark prosecution experience, ideally in a private practice setting
- Qualification: Qualified attorney in a relevant jurisdiction (e.g. admitted to practice in the US)
- Technical Skills: Strong experience with clearance, filing, prosecution, and portfolio management
- Legal Ability: Excellent drafting, legal research, and analytical skills
- Client Focus: Strong communication skills with the ability to advise clients clearly and commercially
Benefits of Firm:
- High-Quality Work: Exposure to sophisticated trademark portfolios and well-known brand clients
- Autonomy & Responsibility: Early ownership of client matters and meaningful day-to-day responsibility
- Career Development: Strong focus on training, mentorship, and professional growth
- Collaborative Culture: Supportive, team-oriented environment with close partner interaction
- Stable Growth Environment: Consistent work pipeline with long-term client relationships