Chicago | Hybrid

Trademark & Copyright Associate Attorney

AmLaw 100 Opportunity

Compensation

$220,000 – $360,000+

Aligned Talent Acquisition is continually seeking experienced Trademark & Copyright Associate Attorneys for opportunities with Am Law 50, Am Law 100, Am Law 200, regional, and boutique law firms throughout the Chicago market.

If you have experience protecting and enforcing brands, copyrights, and other intellectual property assets, I'd love to connect.

Ideal Background

• 2–7 years of trademark, copyright, and brand protection experience

• Experience with U.S. and international trademark clearance, prosecution, portfolio management, and enforcement

• Experience handling TTAB proceedings, opposition and cancellation actions, domain name disputes, licensing, coexistence agreements, and brand protection strategies

• Experience drafting and negotiating trademark licenses, assignments, and related commercial agreements

• Copyright registration and enforcement experience is preferred

• Experience advising clients on advertising, marketing, and social media issues is a plus

• Strong legal writing, analytical, and client counseling skills

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Practice Area

✅ Opportunity to work with nationally recognized brands and innovative companies

✅ Blend of prosecution, counseling, transactions, and litigation support

✅ Significant client interaction and portfolio management

✅ Growing demand driven by technology and global commerce

✅ Excellent long-term career opportunities

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition partners with Am Law 50, Am Law 100, Am Law 200, regional, and boutique law firms nationwide. If your background aligns with this practice area, I'd love to have a confidential conversation about your career goals and the opportunities currently available.

Even if you're not actively looking, it never hurts to know what's out there. I'm happy to discuss compensation trends, partnership track, billable expectations, firm culture, and how your background compares in today's market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

[email protected]

(216) 710-5174