Careers at WLG
Job Title: Associate Attorney
Location: Tarzana, California 91356
Job Description:
The associate attorney will assist in serving and expanding client network to advise individuals and businesses on intellectual property and international transactions.
Duties include:
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Prosecuting trademarks and copyrights, negotiate and draft licensing agreements, confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements, assignments and similar agreements;
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Counseling and advising clients on the protection and enforcement of copyrights, trademarks, trade dress and trade secrets;
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Advising domestic and multinational corporations and financial institutions on legal issues and U.S. and foreign government policies affecting international trade, investments and business transactions;
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Structuring, negotiating, documenting and implementing international commercial transactions for various commercial ventures involving U.S. and foreign entities;
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Advising clients investing in or acquiring assets in foreign countries on compliance with the applicable laws and legal systems of such countries.
Type: Full time - experienced '
Required Travel: Travel abroad to Asia twice a year. Each trip around 1 week.
Required License: Valid and active bar license in any US State.
Required Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA accredited law school
Required Professional Experience:
At least 6 months of international internship or employment experience in addition to any JD related programs obtained during the obtainment of the degree. The experience must include:
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Background and knowledge in U.S. intellectual property law;
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Background and knowledge in business and financial laws in a foreign jurisdiction;
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Experience in handling international transactions issues for high-net worth individuals and foreign companies;
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Prior experience in, or familiarity with legal system in a foreign jurisdiction; and
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Hands-on experience handling civil and criminal cases in a foreign jurisdiction.
Please send cover letter, resume, writing sample, undergraduate and law school transcripts, and three (3) references to: cp@wassermanlawgroup.com. EOE.
Wasserman Law Group is an equal opportunity employer. All recruiting, training, and employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, handicap, military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.