Stoel Rives LLP is seeking a trademark associate with three to six years of experience to join its Technology & Intellectual Property Practice Group in the Portland, Seattle, Sacramento, San Francisco, or Salt Lake City offices. This is a unique opportunity to work with leading companies on sophisticated trademark, copyright, advertising, and online brand protection matters, while playing a meaningful role in helping clients develop, protect, and commercialize their brands.
Responsibilities
- Manage domestic and international trademark portfolios
- Handle trademark prosecution matters before the USPTO and coordinate with foreign counsel worldwide
- Develop and implement trademark protection and enforcement strategies, including online brand protection initiatives
- Conduct trademark clearance searches and prepare risk assessments
- Support Trademark Trial and Appeal Board opposition, cancellation, and appeal proceedings
- Counsel clients on copyright protection, registration, licensing, and enforcement matters
- Address digital content issues, including fair use, online brand protection, domain name disputes, UDRP proceedings, and DMCA takedown matters
- Draft and negotiate trademark, copyright, and other intellectual‑property agreements
- Conduct intellectual property due diligence in M&A, financing, and strategic transactions
- Collaborate directly with clients and contribute to business development initiatives
Qualifications
- JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
- 3–6 years of trademark experience at an AmLaw 200 firm or leading IP boutique
- Experience handling the responsibilities outlined above
- Excellent analytical, research, writing, and communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously and work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues and clients
- Experience communicating directly with clients and managing projects and deadlines
- Active bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction or ability to obtain admission by waiver
- Interest in business development and a desire to build long‑term client relationships
Hours and Compensation
Hours expectation: 1,800 billable hours; all‑in hours expectation of 2,050 or 2,150 depending on seniority. Billable hours include up to 50 pro‑bono hours. All‑in hours include billable hours plus any additional billable and pro‑bono hours and investment hours. Investment activities include business development, professional development, mentoring and coaching, recruiting, workplace culture, and civic/community activities. Associates eligible for a bonus if they reach or exceed 1,850 billable hours (including up to 50 pro‑bono) and meet the all‑in expectation. Base compensation range: $193,000–$295,000, inclusive of salaries in all listed markets. Compensation may vary based on skills, overall experience, and market location.
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