A top tier UK and European Intellectual Property firm has recently opened its doors for a new trade mark attorney. Our client prides themselves on their great culture, teamwork and perfect work/life balance. They are truly a leading firm when it comes to IP within Europe. They are looking for an ambitious individual that possess two years of post-qualification experience, with a particular expertise in trade mark prosecution work, along with contentious work also. This successful candidate will have a proven track record of managing numerous aspects of a brands portfolio: Litigious matters, management of overseas clients, trade mark application prosecution  and online brand protection.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct trade mark clearance searches and analyse search results to determine the availability of proposed trade marks.
• Prepare and file trademark applications with the appropriate intellectual property offices.
• Manage trade mark prosecution matters, including responding to office actions and communicating with trade mark examiners.
• Draft and negotiate trade mark-related agreements, such as license agreements, coexistence agreements, and assignment agreements.
• Provide legal advice and guidance on trade mark enforcement, infringement, and opposition matters.
• Monitor and enforce trade mark rights, including conducting trademark watch services and initiating appropriate legal actions against infringers.
• Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to develop trade mark strategies and provide advice on brand protection and management.
• Maintain accurate and organized trade mark portfolios, including managing renewal deadlines, maintenance fees, and registrations.

Requirements:

• Qualified attorney with a minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience (PQE) in trademark law.
• Strong knowledge of trademark laws, regulations, and practices.
• Experience in conducting trade mark clearance searches, analysing search reports, and preparing trademark applications.
• Proficient in managing trademark prosecution matters, including responding to office actions and communicating with trademark examiners.
• Ability to draft and negotiate trade mark-related agreements.
• Experience in conducting trade mark opposition and cancellation proceedings.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• Proficient in using trademark management software and databases.