IP Trademark Paralegal

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

Opportunity for professional development and flexible hours.