Advertising & Promotions Attorney - Partner LevelJob ID: 1774Position: Partner or Senior CounselLocation: Multiple OfficesOpen Date: Monday, January 27, 2025Job Function: LegalThe PositionMichael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking an experienced Advertising, Marketing, and Promotions Partner to help grow our Advertising and Brand Protection team. Since our firm’s founding in 1848, we’ve continuously evolved to meet our clients’ changing needs and expectations. One thing remains the same: For generations, clients have relied on Michael Best for exceptional legal service and business acumen.The LocationWe have offices in Wisconsin (Milwaukee, Madison, Manitowoc, Waukesha); Illinois (Chicago); Utah (Cottonwood Heights, Salt Lake City); Colorado (Denver, Broomfield); Texas (Austin); North Carolina (Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington); California (Los Angeles); Nebraska (Lincoln) and Washington D.C. Our contemporary office spaces are ideal for concentration and collaboration supporting our culture of working together to make great things happen for our clients. This position is located in any of our office locations.Job Requirements:Bring Your BestKnowledge Base & Education:J.D. from an ABA accredited law schoolExcellent academic credentialsA minimum of 10 years of specialized experience in advertising law, with a proven record of successful client representationProvide expert legal counsel on advertising, marketing, and promotions matters in traditional and new media, including ad campaigns, promotions, sponsorships, branded entertainment, activations, endorsements, and user-generated contentProtect clients’ business interests and brand elements in all aspects of a campaign’s life cycle, from concept, to clearance, implementation, activation, and data collection and useCounsel clients to avoid and respond to challenges from government agencies, competitors, and consumers for alleged false advertising and unfair sales/marketing practicesLead litigation of false advertising and unfair competition claims in court and before NADCultivate and maintain strong client relationships, actively participating in business development initiatives to further expand our advertising, marketing and promotions practiceAbility to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves and Firm needs changeAbility to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlinesAbility to work well independently as well as effectively within a teamAbility to lead and mentor junior attorneys and legal staffAbility to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the FirmCommunication:Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients, attorneys, and staffExcellent oral and written communication skillsStrong negotiation and advocacy skills, with experience in litigation false advertising and unfair competition claimsAbility to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretionProblem Solving Skills:Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutionsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic work environmentAgility to respond to unexpected challenges, including proactively developing innovative solutions to complex problems while maintaining a professional demeanorProfessionalism:Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgmentValid authorization to work in the U.S.Why You Should ApplyAt Michael Best, we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that provides a variety of resources designed to enhance its employees’ overall well-being, both at work and at home.
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