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IP/Trademark Paralegal
Seeking a skilled and experienced IP/Trademark Paralegal to provide support to attorneys and clients on U.S. and international trademark, copyright, and domain-name matters.
Responsibilities
- Track and manage trademark deadlines, ensuring all required filings and follow-up actions are completed on time.
- Draft, prepare, and coordinate U.S. trademark applications, renewal and maintenance filings, assignments, and Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) proceedings.
- Provide support with Office Action responses, trademark oppositions, cancellations, appeals, and other related proceedings.
- Liaise with foreign counsel on international trademark applications, renewals, recordals, and other cross-border matters.
- Perform trademark clearance searches and availability assessments using USPTO, WIPO, international, and commercial research databases.
- Review and monitor trademark watch notices and report significant updates to attorneys and clients.
- Assist with domain-name disputes, including research and preparation of related documentation.
- Support intellectual-property due diligence for corporate transactions, including trademark searches, ownership and chain-of-title reviews, and closing checklists.
- Prepare and coordinate supporting materials, including powers of attorney, specimens, legal documents, and legalization requirements.
- Maintain communication with clients and legal counsel regarding filing requirements, upcoming deadlines, and outstanding documentation.
- Handle multiple assignments with minimal supervision while ensuring attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
Qualifications
- At least two years of experience in trademark or intellectual-property paralegal work.
- Solid knowledge of U.S. trademark prosecution and TTAB procedures.
- Background in international trademark, copyright, and domain-name matters.
- Familiarity with the Madrid Protocol and WIPO filing procedures.
- Experience conducting trademark searches and assisting with domain-name dispute processes.
- College degree required; paralegal certification is preferred.
- Strong organizational, written and verbal communication, proofreading, and research abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal document management and docketing software.
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Company Description
Opportunity for professional development and flexible hours.
Company Description Opportunity for professional development and flexible hours.
