Trademark Attorney – Client Portfolio & Business Development
Job Description
Join a hybrid trademark practice managing an established client portfolio while expanding a recurring book of business.
Responsibilities
- Manage an established portfolio of trademark clients as their trusted legal advisor
- Advise businesses and entrepreneurs on trademark registration, protection, and related intellectual property matters
- Support trademark searches, applications, USPTO filings, and ongoing portfolio management
- Deliver client service through strong communication and personalized legal guidance
- Identify opportunities to expand client services and grow a recurring book of business
- Collaborate with legal and operations teams to provide efficient, high-quality service
- Own client relationships while building legal practice and business development skills
Requirements
- Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar (California preferred)
- Newly admitted attorneys are welcome
- Interest in trademark law, intellectual property, business development, and client advisory work
- Strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills
- Entrepreneurial mindset and willingness to develop long-term client relationships
- Ability to work on-site Monday through Thursday
- Active attorney license in at least one U.S. state is required
- Candidates must be able to work from the Mountain View office Monday through Thursday
Technologies
- USPTO
Location and Schedule
- San Jose, CA (hybrid)
- Mountain View, CA hybrid arrangement
- In-person Monday through Thursday
- Remote Fridays
- Work location listed as Hybrid remote in San Jose, CA 95134
Compensation and Benefits
- $120,000 base salary
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Two weeks of paid time off
- Remote Fridays
- Paid time off
Additional Notes
- An active U.S. attorney license is required
- California Bar membership is preferred but not mandatory
- Newly admitted attorneys and recent graduates who are licensed to practice are encouraged to apply
- Bay Area candidates welcome; attorneys willing to relocate are welcome
Application Questions
- Confirm you are okay with the role being on-site at the Mountain View, CA location: Y/N
- What city/state do you currently reside in?
- What base salary range would you need to make a move (aligned with directly relevant experience)?
Experience (Preferred)
- Trademark: 1 year