Intellectual Property (IP) Attorney - Remote | Contract Position

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.

Visit us at www.karralaw.com

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