Intellectual Property/Litigation Associate

Company Description

Gibney attorneys share a common vision: a dedication to providing every client unparalleled personal attention, innovative solutions and practical and economical counsel. We value the contributions made by every attorney, paralegal and employee in advancing that goal. We are proud that we have remained trusted advisers to many of our clients for decades and that many of our attorneys and staff have spent their entire careers together at Gibney.

We are a team of passionate lawyers focused on collaboration and innovation. A modern firm, we set high standards for client service and have established a uniform level of quality that permeates the firm. We are ahead of the curve in our ability to design strategic solutions and programs for our clients, and all aspects of our legal and business operations are crafted with this goal in mind.

Job Description

We are seeking a full-time mid-level Associate passionate about intellectual property and litigation with a particular focus on anti-counterfeiting and other trademark and copyright infringement matters.  Candidate should be able to:

• Handle the day-to-day management of a docket of cases (in both federal and state court) and other matters involving both the prosecution and defense of trademark, copyright and/or trade dress infringement claims [and related applications for registrations] in federal court and/or before the USPTO and TTAB;
• Engage in the review and analysis of evidentiary materials in connection with the development of case strategies at all phases of case development, from pre-suit investigations through pre-trial preparation and ultimate resolution;
• Draft all legal pleadings including complaints, temporary restraining orders, various types of motions including summary judgment motions and motions related to contempt and other types of post-judgment proceedings;
• Manage discovery process, including drafting and responding to written discovery requests and related motion practice;
• Participate in court conferences;
• Take and defend depositions and assist with the development of written witness testimony and the preparation of witnesses;
• Draft mediation statements, trial-related motions, jury instructions, and/or otherwise participate in mediations, hearings, or trials as necessary;
• Draft cease and desist letters, settlement and related agreements;
• Experience in bringing administrative proceedings before the TTAB a plus;
• Participate/supervise in the civil seizure of counterfeit/infringing merchandise; and
• Assist with trademark, copyright, and domain enforcement efforts, including online enforcement and in administrative proceedings. 

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
• Strong organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to travel if necessary
• Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills

New York State Bar admission and admission to the SDNY and EDNY courts.

Additional information

We offer a competitive compensation arrangement and a collegial work environment.  Salary is commensurate with experience.  This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week in the office.  Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.