At MLA | IP & Business Law, we are looking for a highly organized, responsible, and detail-oriented professional to join our U.S. trademark practice. You will take ownership of assigned matters from filing through registration and maintenance, working closely with our experienced attorneys and serving as a key point of contact for clients.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage U.S. trademark prosecution before the USPTO: filings, Office Action responses, statements of use, extensions, amendments and post-registration matters
- Act as primary point of contact for clients on assigned matters, providing prompt updates and recommended next steps
- Review USPTO correspondence and help define the appropriate prosecution strategy
- Coordinate with U.S. attorneys and internal teams, proactively following up on pending instructions and client information
- Prepare clear and timely client reports,



ensuring critical deadlines are always met

Requirements

- Law degree or equivalent qualification (last-year students are also welcome to apply)
- Knowledge of USPTO trademark procedures; U.S. prosecution experience, including Office Action responses, strongly preferred
- Exceptional attention to detail, organization and follow-through
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish
- Ability to independently manage multiple matters, clients and priorities
- Proactive, service-oriented and confident communicating with clients and attorneys

This position is open for our Guadalajara, Jalisco, office.

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📌 Trademark Prosecution Associate (Centro)
🏢 MLA | IP & Business Law
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