Sujata Chaudhri IP Attorneys is looking for a Principal Associate with 7-9 years of PQE in Trademark and Copyright Prosecution.
The ideal candidate should have worked in a law firm; thrive in a fast-paced work environment and have demonstrated experience in handling day-to-day client deliverables independently. The candidate should have also worked with top-notch clients and understand their business concerns and requirements. Apart from this, the ideal candidate must have excellent analytical and drafting skills and be able to juggle multiple matters.
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The position will require the candidate to be highly proficient in handling a wide spectrum of matters, including, in particular:
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Advising on availability of a trademark for use and registration, conducting risk analysis and portfolio analysis;
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Advising on filing applications (including coverage and basis of use), overseeing filings;
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Overseeing and strategizing prosecution of trademark applications from start to finish, including responses and show-cause hearings;
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Overseeing progress of matters at the Registry and making sure that client matters advance at the Registry;
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Negotiating consents and overseeing drafting of consent letters;
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Overseeing bulk renewals of registrations;
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Overseeing management of large trademark portfolios;
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Advising clients on, and handling multi-step chain of title matters;
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Handling foreign filings, liaising with local counsel in other countries, handling other foreign prosecution work, including chain of title, consents, etc.;
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Excellent knowledge of the Trade Marks Act, 1999;
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Experience will prosecution of copyright matters.
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The candidate must also have the following skills:
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Supervise, motivate and mentor a team of lawyers (at senior associate and associate levels) and paralegals;
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Be a team player;
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Openness to taking on different types of work;
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Positive outlook and great attention to detail;
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Ability to strategize on business development and other issues with partners.
The office location is in NOIDA and we're primarily working from the office premises. The firm offers competitive remuneration and benefits.
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Please apply through the website or send your resume at hr@sc-ip.in.