COMPLIANCE LAWYER

LOCATION: ARIZONA BASED REMOTE POSITION

WHO WE ARE

Trademark Engine was established to provide trademark filing services to consumers and small businesses who do not need or cannot afford a full-service intellectual property attorney. We strive to make this process as efficient, understandable, and affordable as possible to give everyone the ability to obtain a trademark for their business.

ABOUT YOU

We are seeking a talented attorney to join Trademark Engine as we pursue licensure as an alternative business structure. This attorney would serve as the statutorily defined compliance lawyer required for alternative business structures. A successful applicant should have experience in intellectual property law, knowledge of law firm operations, and an interest in providing legal services to lower income individuals. The position may be full-time or part-time, depending on availability.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Develop policies and procedures to ensure the Alternative Business Structure acts in compliance with the Arizona Professional Rules of Conduct and the Alternative Business Structure statute

• Draft engagement agreements for clients

• Develop ways to automate client engagement and conflicts of interest checks

• Assist in planning the modification of existing proprietary automated processes to accommodate attorney involvement

• Enforce policies and procedures to ensure the Alternative Business Structure remains compliant with statutory requirements throughout its operations

• Offer assistance in the strategies and operations of the Alternative Business Structure

• Report to the state bar regarding the Alternative Business Structure

• Take the lead in trademark application filings with the United States Patent and Trademark Office

• Engage with the United States Patent and Trademark Office in a representative capacity for clients

• Supervise a team of non-attorney support staff

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• License to practice law in Arizona

• 5+ years of legal experience

• Experience in intellectual property law

• Passion for professional ethics

• Interest in business operations

• Strong organizational skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Strong computer skills and knowledge of law firm specific software

• Self-motivation and ability to adapt to a fast paced environment

• Analytical nature

BENEFITS/COMPENSATION:

• Eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance on first day of employment

• 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee-only plans

• 401(k) w/ company match