ATTORNEY-ADVISOR (CONTRACT)

About this role

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: You MUST have successfully completed a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) and have the first professional law degree (LLB or JD). In addition, at the time of application, you must provide proof, dated within four months of application, of "active" status with a bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia.

On-line information is allowed as long as it shows that you are in "active" status. Specialized Experience: In addition to the basic requirement: you must have professional legal experience in excess of three (3) years that commensurate with the position's duties and responsibilities. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of the role and duties of a senior government attorney.

Superior knowledge of the Lanham Act (15 U.S.C. § 1051 et seq.) and other applicable substantive federal laws, regulations, and policies with specific focus on all matters pertaining to trademark law with a particular expertise in marketing, licensing, and branding of government owned Trademarks. Experience in preparing and prosecuting trademark applications before the United States Patent and Trademark Office to obtain registrations and renewals of trademarks; familiarity with FAR and DFARS based government contracts and non-FAR based assistance agreements (e,g,, Grants, Cooperative Agreements, and Cooperative Research and Development Agreements) is beneficial but not necessary.

Skilled in various research methodologies, including computer-assisted technologies; ability to gather, analyze, and coherently communicate data involving complex legal issues and theories. Knowledge of communication methodologies and staffing processes peculiar to the legal profession and the Air Force. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; skilled at communicating, coordinating, and collaborating in order to foster effective working relationships At the time of application, you must provide proof, dated within four months of application, of "active" status and in good standing with a bar of the highest court of a State, US commonwealth, US territory, or the District of Columbia.