Trademark Attorney Jobs
Trademark Attorney jobs are open across law firms, corporations, and specialty IP boutiques, from junior associate to partner and in-house counsel, with common specializations in prosecution, litigation, and portfolio management. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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About the Role
Founded in 2006, Pirkey Barber is one of the largest firms in the United States focused on trademark, trade dress, copyright, and unfair competition law. We are frequently recognized as one of the leading trademark firms in the country. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, the Pirkey Barber team includes a number of remote attorneys and paralegals, with additional concentrations in the DC, San Francisco and Minneapolis areas.
Our attorneys represent clients around the world in trademark-related matters, including intellectual property litigation, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office proceedings, domain name disputes, trademark policing, clearance, prosecution, portfolio management, trade dress, advertising counseling and false advertising litigation, social media and other online branding issues, and anti-counterfeiting enforcement. We have guided a wide range of extraordinary clients through dynamic shifts in technology and the world economy that have profoundly affected strategies for protecting and enforcing brands and content. We represent clients from a variety of industries, and our attorneys are well-versed in both prosecution and adversarial matters.
We are seeking a full-time Trademark Attorney with at least three years of full-time equivalent experience in trademark law to join our firm.
This position is an alternative to traditional partnership-track positions and features a lower billable hour requirement. Unlike traditional partnership-track positions, this position does not require business development or other significant non-billable work. Remote candidates are encouraged to apply. Attorneys local to Austin TX are welcome, but not required, to work in-office.
What You'll Do
You'll do one or more of the following, depending on experience and interests:
- Manage and conduct U.S. and international trademark clearance searches and provide practical opinions to clients on risk and brand strategy.
- Handle trademark prosecution matters including filing of U.S. applications, responses to office actions, and maintenance of global trademark portfolios.
- Work on brand policing and enforcement, including assessment of watch notices, sending cease and desist letters, negotiating resolutions of disputes, and management of international policing through foreign associates.
- Handle other matters in the trademark and copyright field, including licensing agreements, opposition/cancellation proceedings before the Trademark Trial and
- Appeal Board (TTAB), or copyright matters.
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school with an active state bar license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- At least three (3) years of full-time equivalent experience in one or more of the following trademark areas: clearance, U.S. prosecution, U.S. and international portfolio management, routine enforcement, TTAB proceedings, or trademark litigation
- Strong academic credentials
- Excellent legal writing, research, and case management skills
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Remote work available but must reside and be physically located within the continental United States
What we offer
- Compensation of $120,000-140,000 per year
- A collaborative and flexible work culture that prioritizes work‑life balance
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Telehealth
- Vision insurance
Required Application Materials:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Transcript
- Writing Sample
This position is not available to candidates who now or in the future will require U.S. visa sponsorship (including H‑1B, TN, or E‑3 visas).
To learn more about this role, our firm, and our work, please visit our website at https://pirkeybarber.com/
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact us at careers@pirkeybarber.com.
About the Role
Founded in 2006, Pirkey Barber is one of the largest firms in the United States focused on trademark, trade dress, copyright, and unfair competition law. We are frequently recognized as one of the leading trademark firms in the country. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, the Pirkey Barber team includes a number of remote attorneys and paralegals, with additional concentrations in the DC, San Francisco and Minneapolis areas.
Our attorneys represent clients around the world in trademark-related matters, including intellectual property litigation, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office proceedings, domain name disputes, trademark policing, clearance, prosecution, portfolio management, trade dress, advertising counseling and false advertising litigation, social media and other online branding issues, and anti-counterfeiting enforcement. We have guided a wide range of extraordinary clients through dynamic shifts in technology and the world economy that have profoundly affected strategies for protecting and enforcing brands and content. We represent clients from a variety of industries, and our attorneys are well-versed in both prosecution and adversarial matters.
We are seeking a full-time Trademark Attorney with at least three years of full-time equivalent experience in trademark law to join our firm.
This position is an alternative to traditional partnership-track positions and features a lower billable hour requirement. Unlike traditional partnership-track positions, this position does not require business development or other significant non-billable work. Remote candidates are encouraged to apply. Attorneys local to Austin TX are welcome, but not required, to work in-office.
What You'll Do
You'll do one or more of the following, depending on experience and interests:
- Manage and conduct U.S. and international trademark clearance searches and provide practical opinions to clients on risk and brand strategy.
- Handle trademark prosecution matters including filing of U.S. applications, responses to office actions, and maintenance of global trademark portfolios.
- Work on brand policing and enforcement, including assessment of watch notices, sending cease and desist letters, negotiating resolutions of disputes, and management of international policing through foreign associates.
- Handle other matters in the trademark and copyright field, including licensing agreements, opposition/cancellation proceedings before the Trademark Trial and
- Appeal Board (TTAB), or copyright matters.
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school with an active state bar license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- At least three (3) years of full-time equivalent experience in one or more of the following trademark areas: clearance, U.S. prosecution, U.S. and international portfolio management, routine enforcement, TTAB proceedings, or trademark litigation
- Strong academic credentials
- Excellent legal writing, research, and case management skills
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Remote work available but must reside and be physically located within the continental United States
What we offer
- Compensation of $120,000-140,000 per year
- A collaborative and flexible work culture that prioritizes work‑life balance
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Telehealth
- Vision insurance
Required Application Materials:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Transcript
- Writing Sample
This position is not available to candidates who now or in the future will require U.S. visa sponsorship (including H‑1B, TN, or E‑3 visas).
To learn more about this role, our firm, and our work, please visit our website at https://pirkeybarber.com/
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact us at careers@pirkeybarber.com.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Law & Legal Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in trademark attorney jobs.
- Juris Doctor degree and active bar admission in at least one U.S. state
- USPTO registration as a patent or trademark attorney or agent
- Experience prosecuting trademark applications before the USPTO
- Proficiency with trademark docketing software such as Dockmaster or similar platforms
- Ability to conduct trademark clearance searches and prepare opinion letters
- Experience with TTAB proceedings, oppositions, or cancellations preferred
Tips for Your Trademark Attorney Job Search
Tailor your resume to prosecution versus litigation
Trademark attorneys split sharply between prosecution and litigation roles. Highlight USPTO filing experience, office action responses, and clearance opinions for prosecution roles. Shift to trial experience, TTAB proceedings, and injunctive relief work when targeting litigation positions.
List your USPTO registration number prominently
Many employers filter applicants by USPTO registration status before reading further. Place your registration number near the top of your resume, alongside your bar admissions, so hiring teams can confirm your credentials without digging through your work history.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists trademark attorney openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by docket size and software
Job descriptions often specify docket size expectations and trademark management tools like Dockmaster or TrademarkNow. Matching your experience to those specifics in your cover letter signals you can step in with minimal ramp-up, which matters especially at smaller IP boutiques.
Prepare for a writing sample request early
Most trademark attorney interviews include a written component, often an office action response or a clearance opinion memo. Have a redacted sample ready before you start applying so you're not scrambling when a firm requests one two days after your first interview.
Negotiate conflicts clearance timing before accepting
If you're moving from a firm with a large client roster, conflicts clearance can delay your start date significantly. Raise the conflicts process during offer negotiations so both sides have a realistic timeline and you don't lose the offer over a preventable scheduling gap.
Trademark Attorney Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most trademark attorneys?
The most active employers for trademark attorneys right now are DiAngelo Law, Wilson Dutra, and Collier Legal, and the most openings are in Texas, Nevada, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is consistent across large IP law firms, consumer goods companies, and technology corporations with active brand portfolios.
How many trademark attorney jobs are remote?
About 83% of trademark attorney openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader flexibility in legal practice since most prosecution and clearance work can be done without a physical office. In-house roles at large corporations tend to offer more remote options than litigation-focused positions at firms that require courtroom or client presence.
How do you become a trademark attorney?
You earn a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school, pass a state bar exam, and register with the USPTO by passing the Patent Bar exam or qualifying through a legal education pathway recognized by the USPTO. Building hands-on experience through law firm associate roles, clerkships, or in-house IP internships is essential before moving into independent trademark prosecution or advisory work.
Can you get hired as a trademark attorney with little experience?
Yes, entry-level trademark attorney roles exist at law firms and legal departments that need help managing high-volume prosecution dockets. Demonstrating USPTO familiarity, even through law school clinics or IP externships, strengthens your candidacy. Firms with structured associate programs are more open to training new graduates than boutiques that need someone to manage a docket independently from day one.
What does the trademark attorney interview process look like?
Most processes start with a screening call with a recruiter or HR contact, followed by one or two rounds with attorneys and practice group leaders. Candidates are typically asked to walk through a past clearance project or office action response. A written exercise, such as drafting a clearance opinion or responding to a hypothetical refusal, is common before a final offer stage.
Where can I find and apply to trademark attorney jobs?
You can find and apply to trademark attorney jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from law firms, corporations, and IP boutiques across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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