THE POSITION

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking a Trademark Junior Associate or Staff Attorney to join our dynamic Brand Protection team in our Chicago or Milwaukee office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with 1 to 2 years of experience to contribute meaningfully to a growing practice and work on a diverse range of trademark matters.

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct trademark clearance searches and analyze search results to provide advice regarding trademark availability.
• Handle domestic and international prosecution of trademark applications.
• Manage a large docket of trademark prosecution matters, ensuring timely responses to office actions and adherence to deadlines.
• Assist with trademark enforcement matters, including cease and desist letters, opposition/cancellation proceedings, social media takedowns, and domain name complaints.
• Support other attorneys on trademark and copyright litigation matters.
• Stay up-to-date on current trademark law and practice.
• Contribute to the growth and development of the firm’s Brand Protection team.

KNOWLEDGE BASE & EDUCATION:

• J.D. from an ABA accredited law school
• Excellent academic credentials
• At least 1 year of international trademark prosecution and enforcement experience at a law firm

PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS:

• Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions
• Agility to respond to unexpected challenges, including proactively developing innovative solutions to complex problems while maintaining a professional demeanor

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: MICHAEL BEST IS NOT ACCEPTING UNSOLICITED AGENCY RESUMES FOR THIS POSITION. PLEASE DO NOT FORWARD RESUMES TO OUR CAREERS EMAIL ADDRESS OR ANY FIRM EMPLOYEES. MICHAEL BEST IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY FEES RELATED TO UNSOLICITED RESUMES.

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, Michael Best Strategies LLC, and Michael Best Consulting LLC (collectively known as “Michael Best") are steadfastly committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at 414.225.4999 or careers@michaelbest.com to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
For Illinois applicants only (as required by the Illinois Equal Pay Act): The annual compensation range for this position in our Chicago office is between $125,000 and $200,000. Compensation is determined based on qualifications and experience. Associates are eligible to participate in Michael Best’s associate bonus program, subject to the program’s conditions and restrictions. This position is considered full-time and is therefore eligible to participate in employer-sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, vision, as well as elective/voluntary life, disability, and accident coverage. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s 401k plan.

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct trademark clearance searches and analyze search results to provide advice regarding trademark availability.
• Handle domestic and international prosecution of trademark applications.
• Manage a large docket of trademark prosecution matters, ensuring timely responses to office actions and adherence to deadlines.
• Assist with trademark enforcement matters, including cease and desist letters, opposition/cancellation proceedings, social media takedowns, and domain name complaints.
• Support other attorneys on trademark and copyright litigation matters.
• Stay up-to-date on current trademark law and practice.
• Contribute to the growth and development of the firm’s Brand Protection team