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USAJOBS · 1 month ago

Attorney Advisor (Trademark)

Alexandria, Virginia, USA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$85K/yr - $110K/yr

USAJOBS is seeking candidates for the Attorney Advisor (Trademark) position, located in Alexandria, Virginia. This entry-level role is developed for licensed applicants who will be responsible for the complete ex parte examination of trademark applications, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and statutes.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

You're committed to being responsible for the complete ex parte examination of applications for the registration of trademarks to ensure compliance with the Trademark Act of 1946 and related statutes

You are excited to conduct preliminary review of applications which may pose complex factual and legal questions; analyze the record; evaluate facts; and determine questions of law

You have experience recommending approval of a mark for publication for opposition or drafting a final position of the Agency

You're a collaborative relationship builder who looks forward to meeting with counsel in order to resolve issues that arise during examination

You're interested in preparing cases for ex parte appeal to the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board

You have experience exploring alternative work methods and providing feedback to management on their effects on examination tools and performance

You're looking for an opportunity to test new technologies by assisting in the evaluation of innovative tools for trademark examination, such as artificial intelligence

You're committed to taking part in trials of new work structures and processes, while offering recommendations to management for streamlining operations and resolving issues

Qualification

Juris Doctor (J.D.)Bar MembershipMaster of Laws (LL.M.)Legal ResearchOral CommunicationWritten Communication

Required

Be a U.S. Citizen or National

Possess Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree or Masters of Laws (LL.M.) degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school

Be an 'active' member of the Bar in Good Standing of any state, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or any Territorial Court under the U.S. Constitution by the closing of the vacancy announcement

Submit an unofficial transcript or a list of courses that includes the name of accredited institution, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned

Provide a copy of the letter containing the results of the equivalency evaluation with a course by course listing along with your application if educated in foreign colleges or universities

Meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement

Required to pass a background investigation and fingerprint check

Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable

If selected, you may be required to complete a two-year trial period

Financial disclosure statement (OGE Form 450) is required for this position

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.