Intellectual Property Associate

Business Division

Our Corporate, Technology, Real Estate, Intellectual Property and Charities do sophisticated and ground-breaking work in areas such as mergers and acquisitions, brands, intellectual property, hotels, investment funds, sponsorship and partnerships. As a leader in advising successful people around the world we understand the unique issues surrounding private capital. This can range from investment, structuring and control of cross-border investments to corporate and personal tax issues.

Overview of Intellectual Property Practice

What sets the legal services provided by our intellectual property lawyers apart is their understanding of the world in which you operate. A number of our team have spent time working as in-house counsel across a broad range of industries and sectors. Our collective 'hands-on' experience positions us to better understand client businesses, and it is a point of pride for us to act as part of your team.

As an international IP law firm, our global network allows us to partner with colleagues in countries around the world to protect your rights and we have a strong record across the US, Europe and Asia Pacific. Our multilingual team of intellectual property lawyers spans all major time zones.

Whether you are a rapidly expanding technology business, a luxury fashion brand, a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer or a talented individual in the world of sports, art or entertainment, you cannot afford to neglect your intellectual property rights – which is where our IP lawyers can help.

In today's highly competitive global market, identifying these rights and controlling their exploitation and protection can be the difference between success and failure. Our intellectual property solicitors provide legal advice on every stage of the development and life cycle of rights such as patents, copyrights, trademarks and database and design rights – from creation to enforcement.

For more information on our Intellectual Property practice please visit this page.

The Role

This role will sit in our Los Angeles office.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage and prosecute domestic and international trademark applications, including conducting clearance searches, preparing and filing applications, and responding to office actions.
• Manage and prosecute domestic copyright applications, including preparing and filing applications, and responding to office actions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of IP-related agreements, such as licensing, assignment, confidentiality, technology transfer agreements, and other commercial agreements.
• Advise clients on IP strategy, portfolio management, and risk assessment.
• Represent clients in trademark opposition, cancellation, and infringement proceedings before administrative bodies and courts.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, pleadings, and other litigation documents related to IP disputes.
• Assist in the enforcement of IP rights and defense against infringement claims.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive.  It is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for the performance of this job, and as such, the role may also include the undertaking of additional tasks as required.

Key Skills and Experience

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active California bar membership in good standing.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IP law, with a focus on trademark prosecution, IP transactions, and litigation.
• Strong analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience in a law firm or in-house legal department is preferred.

For California, the expected salary range for this position is between $260,000 and $295,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

About Withers

Where global collaboration achieves exceptional results. 

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A law firm focused on people and collaboration. 

For the past 125 years, Withers has supported some of the world’s most remarkable people and organizations at defining moments in their lives. 

We are the only international law firm focused on successful individuals and private capital, working closely with founders, investors and family offices. We also advise governments, charities, global brands and start-ups of all shapes and sizes. 

Many of our clients are shaping the future, and creating solutions to tackle many of the world’s problems. It makes for a fascinating and challenging practice. 

Our role is to get to know each individual client, find out where they want to be, and help them to get there – whether they are building a business, buying a home or protecting and defending their interests. 

To meet their unique needs we are exceptionally collaborative, working together across teams and time zones. And we are agile – focusing on strategy rather than rigid ideas and traditional hierarchy.  

Join us to be part of a team that is always looking to the future. Where initiative, big ideas and bold moves are always encouraged. Where you can truly be yourself. 

We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded Mansfield Certification Plus in relation to our recruitment and leadership progression efforts in the US and UK. This certification is an encouraging milestone as we continue to champion diversity within our organization and in the wider legal sector. 

For more information on Withers, please visit the following: General Career Site, LinkedIn, About Us 

Equal Opportunities Employment Statement 

The firm is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  Equal employment opportunity has been and will continue to be a fundamental principle at the firm. Employment at the firm is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The firm prohibits and will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment on the basis of any of these classifications or characteristics.

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