Job description
Quick Overview
Position Type: Contract Attorney (potential for expanded engagement)
Location: Fully Remote (firm based in New York)
Experience Required: 5+ years in IP law
Focus Areas: Trademark, Copyright, Brand Protection
Industry: Technology, Digital Business, Startups
About KARRA
KARRA Law PLLC is a forward-thinking law firm based in New York City, built for today's digital economy. We serve innovative technology companies and high-growth businesses with sophisticated legal needs. From startup to scale-up, we provide strategic legal solutions that help ambitious companies grow with confidence.
By leveraging technology and modern practice management, we provide our team with the autonomy and flexibility that experienced attorneys deserve, while maintaining the sophistication of work typically found in leading law firms. We combine deep legal expertise with technological innovation to deliver efficient, business-focused solutions.
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Position Overview
We're seeking an experienced Intellectual Property Attorney to join our team on a contract basis. The role focuses on trademark prosecution, copyright protection, and IP portfolio management for innovative technology companies and digital-first businesses. Our clients range from emerging startups to established technology companies seeking sophisticated IP protection strategies.
Key Responsibilities
Manage trademark clearance, filing, and prosecution process
Handle USPTO office actions and TTAB proceedings
Develop comprehensive brand protection strategies
Manage copyright registrations for software and digital content
Implement trade secret protection protocols
Monitor and enforce IP rights across digital platforms
Direct international trademark strategy
Oversee domain name and social media protection
Develop IP portfolio management strategies
Requirements
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active attorney license in good standing
5+ years of intellectual property law experience
USPTO registration preferred
BigLaw training/experience strongly preferred
Experience with trademark prosecution and portfolio management
Demonstrated experience in technology sector IP protection
Background in digital brand protection and enforcement
Knowledge of international IP strategy
Technical Experience
Trademark clearance and prosecution
USPTO filings and office actions
Copyright registration procedures
IP portfolio management systems
International trademark filings
Domain name dispute resolution
IP enforcement programs
Industry Experience
Technology companies and startups
Digital platforms and services
Software and SaaS businesses
E-commerce and digital brands
Content creators and digital media
What We Offer
Competitive Pay: $80 - $150 per billable hour based on experience.
Flexibility: Fully remote work with flexible hours
Autonomy: Direct client interaction and project ownership
Innovation: Work with cutting-edge technology companies
Freedom: Focus on great legal work, not firm bureaucracy or office politics
Independent Contractor Relationship
Position structured as independent project-based engagement
Freedom to maintain other clients and practice areas
Flexibility to accept or decline matters based on availability
Autonomy to manage your own schedule and workflow
Ability to work from your own location
Professional independence in performing services
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.