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Durham, NC, United States

Partner-Level Advertising and Promotions Attorney

Partner

5-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Durham, NC, is seeking a Partner-Level Advertising and Promotions Attorney with significant expertise in traditional and new media advertising, marketing, and promotions matters. The ideal candidate will provide expert legal counsel, protect clients' business interests, and lead litigation related to false advertising and unfair competition claims. This role also involves active participation in business development to grow the firm's nationally recognized practice.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal counsel on advertising, marketing, and promotions matters across traditional and new media, including ad campaigns, promotions, sponsorships, branded entertainment, activations, endorsements, and user-generated content.
• Protect clients’ business interests and brand elements throughout a campaign’s life cycle, from concept, to clearance, implementation, activation, and data collection and use.
• Counsel clients on avoiding and responding to challenges from government agencies, competitors, and consumers regarding alleged false advertising and unfair sales/marketing practices.
• Lead litigation of false advertising and unfair competition claims in court and before the National Advertising Division (NAD).
• Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships, actively participating in business development initiatives to further expand the advertising, marketing, and promotions practice.
• Work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients, attorneys, and staff.
• Utilize strong negotiation and advocacy skills in litigation and client representation.
• Manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of specialized experience in advertising law with a proven record of successful client representation.
• Expertise in traditional and new media advertising, marketing, and promotions matters.
• Strong knowledge of legal issues related to ad campaigns, promotions, sponsorships, branded entertainment, activations, endorsements, and user-generated content.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse group of clients and colleagues.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proven negotiation and advocacy skills, with experience in litigation related to false advertising and unfair competition claims.
• Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Active Bar membership in good standing.

Skills:

• In-depth understanding of advertising law and related regulations.
• Expertise in both traditional and new media advertising.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage and protect confidential information.
• Strong business development skills to cultivate and maintain client relationships.
• Ability to work independently and lead a team effectively.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Care
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Program
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Competitive Base Pay
• Outstanding Benefits Package
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 10 Paid Holidays
• Performance Recognition
• ABA, State, and Local Bar Membership Fee Reimbursement
• 401(k) with Company Contribution
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Parental/Family Leave

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