Job Description

Senior Intellectual Property – Trademark & Patent – Law Firm - Sandton

An international law firm, based in Sandton is looking for an Associate to join their Intellectual Property Department.

Duties and responsibilities

• Preparing and drafting of correspondence to clients and colleagues.
• Researching law and drafting opinions.
• Dealing with a variety of IP related litigation matters, including matters relating to trademark infringement, cancellation and opposition, name objections, ASA complaints and domain name disputes.
• Dealing with enquiries and advising clients in relation to copyright queries and dealing with litigation relating to copyright disputes.

Experience and Qualifications

• An admitted attorney.
• Qualified Trademark Practitioner and Group 1 and Group 2 SAIIPL exams.
• Must have experience in a private legal practice.
• Experience in both Trademarks and Patent Law.
• LLB degree is a requirement.
• Must have excellent academic credentials.
• Experience in litigation (High Court) is essential.
• Experience working in an IP firm (Intellectual Property) will be highly advantageous.

Salary: Market Related

Only shortlisted will be contacted. 

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