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Trademark Paralegal
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What they do
A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
$76,708 / year median in California
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Oversee U.S. and international trademark matters throughout the full lifecycle, from initial application through registration, renewals, and ongoing maintenance.
- Draft, assemble, and coordinate trademark-related documents, including applications, responses, assignments, and renewal filings, while ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Track deadlines across a busy trademark docket and take proactive steps to keep filings, maintenance work, and related actions on schedule.
- Perform trademark clearance and availability research and prepare organized summaries to support legal and business decision-making.
- Serve as a point of contact for internal teams, outside counsel, foreign associates, and relevant agencies regarding prosecution and portfolio activity.
- Help manage a global trademark portfolio by maintaining records, monitoring status updates, and supporting ongoing administrative needs.
- Provide assistance with disputes and contested trademark matters, including opposition and enforcement-related tasks when needed.
- Maintain well-organized trademark files, supporting records, and documentation to ensure reliable access to portfolio information.
- Support trademark aspects of due diligence, licensing transactions, acquisitions, and portfolio transfers as business needs arise. Requirements
- At least 2 years of trademark paralegal experience with hands-on responsibility for prosecution matters.
- Recent practical experience preparing and managing trademark applications and related filings.
- Working knowledge of trademark processes, filing deadlines, and portfolio maintenance practices.
- Experience maintaining docket systems and organizing prosecution files with a high level of accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with legal teams, business partners, and external contacts.
- Excellent organizational skills and close attention to detail in handling sensitive legal documentation.
- Experience with U.
Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance