" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eIP / Trade Mark Lawyer\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3898\"\u003e Legal \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3899\"\u003e Lawyer - IP / Trademark \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3900\"\u003e Canterbury \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3901\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 6/11/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e2-5+ years PQE\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpecialist in Intellectual Property, including trade mark prosecution\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eJoin our globally ranked IP team!\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e Our high-performing IP team is one of the largest in New Zealand and files the second-highest number of trade marks at IPONZ, and is recognised both locally and internationally by leading directories, including Chambers and Partners, Legal 500, WTR 1000 and Managing IP.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e The work in this team is diverse, interesting, and challenging \u0026ndash; spanning trade mark prosecution and disputes, copyright and design matters, Plant Variety Rights, and consumer and marketing law.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e We\u0026rsquo;re looking for an IP specialist with at least 2-5 years\u0026rsquo; experience, including in trade mark matters. You will be someone that is a team player, with a good technical background, and a drive to further develop yourself and your career.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Whether you have outgrown a boutique IP environment, or are just looking for the next challenge in your career, Duncan Cotterill has a great opportunity for you to leverage your trade mark and IP knowledge in one of New Zealand\u0026rsquo;s largest commercial law firms.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWe can offer opportunities to:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ereceive multiple levels of support from peers, colleagues, and partners\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003edeal with interesting, diverse work and a wide range of national and international clients\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eaccess ongoing training and development\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ebe immersed in our fantastic culture, something that we\u0027re very proud of\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ebe exposed to great professional support networks\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e With a national IP presence, this unique opportunity would suit candidates based in Wellington, Christchurch or Auckland. You will be a part of Duncan Cotterill\u0026rsquo;s national IP capability, with the unique opportunity to join a team that works across the firm serving our clients on a national and international basis.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e For more information or to discuss the application process, you can contact Charlotte Holmes, Senior Recruitment Advisor on 021 739 382 or charlotte.holmes@duncancotterill.com\u003cem\u003e.\u003c/em\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"1131815\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "