Trademark Associate

Barnes & Thornburg
Indianapolis
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: OtherExperience: 3-6 yearsSkills: ["Communication","Writing","Research","Client-management","Teamwork"]

Trademark associate will handle U.S. and international trademark prosecution, portfolio management, clearance, maintenance and enforcement, with exposure to TTAB proceedings, UDRP/domain-name matters, licensing, and potential trademark/copyright litigation. The role supports cross-office collaboration in Indianapolis or Minneapolis, requires strong research and client-management skills, and emphasizes brand protection strategies for global brands and innovators.

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Barnes & Thornburg
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Trademark Associate

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Job Summary

Trademark associate will handle U.S. and international trademark prosecution, portfolio management, clearance, maintenance and enforcement, with exposure to TTAB proceedings, UDRP/domain-name matters, licensing, and potential trademark/copyright litigation. The role supports cross-office collaboration in Indianapolis or Minneapolis, requires strong research and client-management skills, and emphasizes brand protection strategies for global brands and innovators.
Location: Indianapolis
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Conduct trademark searches and assess clearance.
  • •Prepare and prosecute trademark applications before the USPTO.
  • •Manage TTAB proceedings, including oppositions and cancellations.
  • •Draft and respond to cease-and-desist letters.
  • •Advise on trademark use, policing, and brand protection strategies.

Key Requirements

  • •Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school with active bar admission in good standing
  • •3-6 years of experience in trademark prosecution, portfolio management, and enforcement (US experience required; international experience a plus)
  • •Experience conducting trademark searches and assessing clearance
  • •Experience preparing and prosecuting trademark applications before the USPTO
  • •Managing TTAB proceedings including oppositions and cancellations
Experience:3-6 yearsIntellectual propertyTrademark
Education:
Skills:CommunicationWritingResearchClient-managementTeamwork
Languages:English
Tech Stack:Trademark databasesUDRPsUSPTO

Company Brief

Barnes & Thornburg
Barnes & Thornburg LLP is a national full-service law firm providing corporate, litigation, IP, labor, real estate, and regulatory legal services from 23 U.S. offices, serving clients across industries.
Industry: Legal Services
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: Indianapolis, United States
Founded: 1982
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