Brand Protection Specialist/Legal Assistant

  • Full-time

Company Description

Gibney, Anthony & Flaherty, LLP is a full-service commercial law firm with offices in New York and San Francisco. Our unique blend of resources, experience and talent enables us to resolve the varied and complex issues facing our clients with a personal and measured touch. We approach each matter entrusted to us as an opportunity to foster genuine and long-term relationships. To that end, we strive fully to understand our clients’ concerns and objectives and to collaborate with them through every step in the process. This synergistic approach has empowered us to create tailored and innovative programs that have attained national prominence.

Job Description

·         Monitor and initiate takedowns on various online auction sites, marketplaces and social media for infringing listings

·         Maintain records and dockets regarding enforcement efforts

·         Conduct conference calls and email correspondence with clients for updates on enforcement progress

·         Complete monthly and/or weekly status reports via Excel, PowerPoint and/or Word format for clients

·         Draft Cease and Desist letters and negotiate successful outcomes

·         Develop evidence related to infringing activity

·         Train and aid Internet Researchers on product ID and online searching

·         Aid attorneys on domain name enforcement and infringing website removals

·         Work closely with fellow Brand Protection Specialists and Attorneys on special projects

 

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

·         Bachelor’s Degree with a strong academic record

·         1-2 years of work experience in a corporate and/or legal setting

 

Skills and Abilities

·         Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

·         Excellent analytical, management and organizational skills

·         Attention to detail

·         Ability to work in a team environment

·         Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

·         Foreign language fluency is preferred but not required.

 

Additional Information

Salary is commensurate with experience.  Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.