Minneapolis, MN30+ days ago
degree from an ABA-accredited law school - Two to four years of intellectual property experience in the trademark and copyright field, including trademark clearance, prosecution and enforcement; copyright prosecution and enforcement; domain name disputes and UDRP proceedings; intellectual property assignments or licensing; intellectual property-related due diligence in corporate transactions; and DMCA compliance matters - Exemplary organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail - Ability to manage multiple matters Track record of successfully managing client projects and deadlines with independence - Experience with client interactions and direct communications - Excellent analytical and writing skills - Strong academic performance - Bar admission in Minnesota, New York, Colorado, or Utah Candidates who have experience on intellectual property agreements (in addition to licensing) and/or experience in advertising, contest, sweepstakes, and media/entertainment matters are preferred. This Associate will work primarily on trademark and copyright matters, including: trademark strategy, clearance, prosecution, and enforcement matters, domestic and international; copyright strategy, analysis and filings and handling digital content issues such as fair use, URDP complaints and online enforcement and take down requests; drafting intellectual property related agreements such as licenses and rights transfer agreements; and assistance with due diligence in purchase, sale, and financing transactions that relate to intellectual property assets.