Kavčič, Bračun & Partners, a well-regarded Slovenian law firm with a strong IP and technology practice, is recruiting an Associate for our Intellectual Property team in Ljubljana. You will advise clients on trademark, patent, design, and copyright matters, as well as trade secrets and unfair competition issues across the Slovenian and EU markets.
The role involves working with the Zakon o industrijski lastnini (ZIL-1, Industrial Property Act), Zakon o avtorski in sorodnih pravicah (ZASP, Copyright and Related Rights Act), and EU IP regulations including the EUTM Regulation and Unitary Patent system. You will handle registrations before the Urad RS za intelektualno lastnino (URSIL, Slovenian Intellectual Property Office), the EUIPO, and the EPO.
Responsibilities
Handle trademark and patent prosecution before URSIL, EUIPO, and international offices. Advise on IP portfolio strategy, licensing, and technology transfer agreements. Represent clients in IP infringement proceedings before Slovenian courts. Draft and negotiate IP licensing, franchise, and technology agreements. Advise on trade secrets protection under the Zakon o poslovni skrivnosti (ZPosS, Trade Secrets Act).
Requirements
Magister prava from a recognized university. 3-5 years of experience in intellectual property law. Knowledge of ZIL-1 (Industrial Property Act) and ZASP (Copyright Act). Experience with EUIPO, EPO, and WIPO proceedings. Understanding of the EU Unitary Patent system. Fluent in Slovenian and English.
Perks & Benefits
Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning
Compensation
€3,000 - €4,500/year
Practice Area
General Legal
Position
Mid
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Contact
Contact: Kavčič, Bračun & Partners (KBP) Hiring Team