Trade Mark Attorney

About the Role

We are looking for a mid-level Trade Mark Attorney or solicitor with 2–5 years' post-qualification experience to join our Dubai-based intellectual property team. You will manage a diverse portfolio of trade mark, design and other IP matters for local and international clients, working closely with senior attorneys and partners on both contentious and non-contentious work across the UAE and wider GCC/MENA region.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct trade mark clearance searches and advise clients on registrability and availability

• Prepare and file trade mark applications in the UAE and other GCC/MENA jurisdictions, and coordinate filings through foreign associates for international markets

• Manage prosecution of applications, including responding to office actions and examiner queries

• Handle trade mark oppositions, cancellations, and appeals before the UAE Ministry of Economy and relevant tribunals

• Advise on enforcement strategy, including cease-and-desist correspondence, customs recordals, and anti-counterfeiting measures

• Manage renewal, recordal, and portfolio maintenance programmes for client trade mark portfolios

• Draft and advise on IP assignments, and coexistence agreements

• Liaise directly with clients to provide strategic IP advice and portfolio management recommendations

• Supervise and mentor paralegals or junior associates

• Stay current on developments in UAE and GCC trade mark law and practice

• What We’re Looking For

• 2–5 years' experience in trade mark prosecution and portfolio management, ideally within a law firm or IP boutique

• Qualified trade mark attorney/agent, or legal qualification with relevant IP experience; UAE/GCC trade mark practice experience strongly preferred

• Strong working knowledge of UAE Federal Trademark Law and GCC trade mark systems

• Excellent drafting, analytical, and client communication skills

• Fluency in English required; Arabic language proficiency is an advantage

• Ability to manage competing deadlines across a multi-jurisdictional caseload with minimal supervision

• As an Associate, you will play a vital role in fostering team collaboration, ensuring legal accuracy, and contributing to long-term client success. You will have exposure to a sophisticated, multi-jurisdictional IP practice in a collaborative team environment with mentorship from senior IP practitioners

• Join us and take your legal career forward with purpose.

• Why Abion?

• Join a vibrant company, where you will thrive in a fast-paced, international environment that values transparency, openness, and accountability.

• At Abion, we believe in working hard and having fun together. In this dynamic role, you will make an impact in the IP world while collaborating with a talented, global team of experts.

• We support your well-being and encourage a balanced lifestyle, offering freedom with responsibility. Plus, we love celebrating successes and enjoying team activities that bring us closer together.