IP/IT Lawyer
IP Lawyer
Consistently ranked Tier 1, our client is a leading international law firm with a strong reputation for excellence across key industries.
Our Client is looking to recruit a Junior Associate to join its Intellectual Property team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop as an IP all-around lawyer, with exposure to both soft IP and hard IP, rather than a role limited to Data or Tech-related matters.
On a more personal note, we have already placed several lawyers within this department, which gives us a very concrete and hands-on understanding of the team’s day-to-day functioning, training approach and culture. This is a practice known for being demanding, but also genuinely supportive and focused on long-term development.
Role
• Assisting on a broad range of IP advisory and contentious matters, including patents, trademarks, copyrights and designs
• Supporting IP litigation and enforcement proceedings before Belgian and, where relevant, EU courts
• Conducting legal research and drafting memoranda, pleadings and client advice
• Assisting with IP portfolio management, licensing and IP-related commercial agreements
• Monitoring developments in Belgian, EU and international IP law
• Supporting senior team members on complex, cross-border IP matters
Profile
• Strong analytical, drafting and research skills
• Excellent command of Dutch and English; good knowledge of French is an asset
• Strong academic background or prior experience within a high-quality IP practice
• Genuine interest in both soft IP and hard IP, with the ambition to grow into an IP all-around practitioner
• Proactive, motivated and eager to learn
• Team player with strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Offer
• Integration into a Tier 1 IP practice within a leading international law firm
• Exposure to a broad and sophisticated IP practice, covering both soft IP and hard IP
• Work on high-profile Belgian and international matters across multiple sectors
• High-quality training, close collaboration with experienced practitioners and early responsibility
• Supportive, collaborative and international working environment
• Clear focus on long-term professional development and technical excellence
Benefits
Internal & External trainings
Bonus
1 day remote
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