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Larkin Hoffman · 3 months ago

Associate IP Attorney (Trademark)

Bloomington, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$160K/yr - $170K/yr

2+ years exp

Larkin Hoffman is seeking a Trademark Attorney to join their Intellectual Property Department as an Associate Attorney. The role involves advising clients on the management and protection of brands, trademarks, and copyrights, while also providing opportunities to develop skills in information technology agreements and data privacy.

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Responsibilities

Assist firm attorneys and firm clients in the area of trademark protection, including searching and mark clearance; trademark filing and prosecution in the US and internationally by working directly with foreign counsel; trademark enforcement; and related counseling

Provide counseling related to copyright issues and the filing of copyright applications

Provide advising on issues related to domain names, social media and protection of rights on-line

Assist firm attorneys in the review and negotiation of information technology agreements and the drafting of privacy policies

Qualification

Trademark prosecutionBrand protection strategiesCopyright lawData privacyMulti-tasking abilityWriting skillsAttention to detailCommunication skills

Required

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited United States law school

Licensed to practice law in the state of Minnesota, or the ability to become licensed in Minnesota

2-6 years of legal experience (private practice preferred, but will consider other experience)

Strong attention to detail

Ability to communicate trademark and other legal issues in a clear and concise manner

Ability to manage many matters/tasks at the same time

Preferred

Some experience preferred in the area of trademark prosecution, or, a strong desire to be involved in a practice heavily involving trademark prosecution

Some experience preferred in other non-patent areas of IP law (e.g., copyright, data privacy, IT agreements)