Intellectual Property Counsel

Caplin & Drysdale is seeking an experienced attorney to handle trademark and copyright matters primarily for clients of our tax-exempt organizations group. While this is considered a permanent part-time position, candidates with a portable client portfolio may be considered for a full-time position.

Regular responsibilities of this position include: advising clients on a range of issues related to management of IP portfolios, with an emphasis on trademark matters, including: advising clients on trademark rights, trademark clearance and risk assessment, registration of marks in USPTO, prosecution of trademark applications and maintaining registrations, handling trademark disputes and infringement claims, and negotiating and drafting license and related agreements. Experience handling opposition and cancellation proceedings is beneficial. Responsibilities in the area of copyright include negotiating and drafting intellectual property provisions in contracts, including consulting agreements, grant agreements and license agreements. Knowledge of data privacy laws and experience drafting privacy policies and website terms of use is beneficial but not required. Knowledge of international laws and treaties governing intellectual property is beneficial but not required.

We are seeking applications with significant (7+ years) experience in this area of law who can work independently, including dealing directly with clients, meeting trademark deadlines, and training and supervising paralegals and associates. We require excellent oral and written communication skills, attention to detail, sound judgment and relevant experience. Must be barred in DC or eligible to waive into DC.

The successful applicant will join a nationally recognized exempt organizations practice advising a diverse array of leading nonprofit organizations, including publicly-supported charities, private foundations, advocacy organizations, political organizations, and international NGOs. We are a collaborative practice with a strong focus on teamwork and shared responsibility.

Inquiries will be kept strictly confidential. Please submit your application here or send inquiries to:

Nawel L. Moreno (she/her/hers)
Manager of Attorney Recruitment & Talent Strategy
Caplin & Drysdale, Chartered
1200 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W.
8th Floor
Washington, DC 20036
NMORENO@CAPDALE.COM
www.caplindrysdale.com

THIS SEARCH IS NOT OPEN TO RECRUITERS AT THIS TIME