Legal Associate – Trademark, Copyright & Geographical Indications (3–4 Years PQE)
Organisation: K&S Partners
Location: Gurugram, Haryana
Experience: 3–4 years of relevant experience
Practice Area: Intellectual Property Law
Application Email: careers@knspartners.com
About K&S Partners
K&S Partners is an Indian intellectual property law firm providing IP management services to clients worldwide, including Fortune 500 companies. The firm is recognised nationally and internationally for its expertise in intellectual property law.
About the Opportunity
K&S Partners invites applications for an Associate position in its Trademark, Copyright and Geographical Indications (GI) Team at its Gurugram office. Candidates should have 3–4 years of relevant professional experience and a strong understanding of trademark law and practice.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should demonstrate:
Strong knowledge of trademark law and practice, including prosecution and contentious matters.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong drafting, analytical and legal research abilities.
The ability to independently manage matters and coordinate with clients.
A proactive, detail-oriented and solution-focused approach.
The ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
Key Responsibilities
Handle trademark prosecution matters, from filing and registration to post-registration proceedings.
Conduct and review trademark clearance searches and advise on availability and registrability.
Draft responses to examination reports.
Handle oppositions, cancellations, rectifications and other contentious trademark proceedings.
Appear and argue matters at hearings before the Trade Marks Office.
Liaise with the Trade Marks Registry and other relevant authorities.
Coordinate independently with clients, understand their requirements and provide timely, practical advice.
Assist with copyright filings and hearings before the Copyright Office.
How to Apply
Interested candidates may send their applications to careers@knspartners.com.
Applicants are encouraged to highlight their relevant experience in trademark prosecution, contentious proceedings, client coordination and intellectual property practice.
Application deadline: No closing date was specified in the announcement. Interested candidates may contact the firm to confirm whether the position remains open.