Trademark advocate

*Job description* - Trademark Advocate

*Role & responsibilities*

• Represent clients in trademark and copyright hearings before the relevant authorities.
• Draft, review, and file responses to trademark objections, oppositions, office actions, and examination reports.
• Prepare and manage trademark oppositions, rectifications, and other contentious matters.
• Review trademark filing and prosecution work handled by team members.
• Provide legal opinions and strategic advice on trademark and copyright matters.
• Draft and review legal documents, notices, agreements, and related IPR documentation.
• Coordinate with the Trademark Registry, Copyright Office, government authorities, and external counsels.
• Manage trademark portfolios and ensure timely action on deadlines and renewals.
• Maintain regular client communication and provide status updates on ongoing matters.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on developments in Intellectual Property Law.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with legal and procedural requirements.

Preferred candidate profile

LL.B. or LL.M. from a recognized university.

• Enrollment with the Bar Council is mandatory.
• Prior experience in Intellectual Property Rights, with a strong focus on trademarks and copyrights.
• Strong knowledge of Indian Trademark and Copyright Laws and related procedures.
• Experience in handling trademark hearings, objections, oppositions, rectifications, and prosecution matters.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple matters and meet strict deadlines.
• Experience in trademark portfolio management and international trademark filings will be an added advantage.
• Strong client-handling and relationship-management skillsRole & responsibilities