Trademark Paralegal

Job Description:

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS

• Coordinating and managing U.S. and foreign trademark filings/portfolios.
• Preparation of non-substantive Office action responses and related correspondence for attorney review.
• Communication with foreign counsel and clients.
• Preparing and filing trademark applications and issuing foreign filing instructions.
• Managing U.S. and foreign trademark dockets using the CPI docketing database.
• Assisting attorneys with TTAB filings and docketing TTAB proceedings.
• Assisting with other non-prosecution trademark projects from time to time.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.  

Job Requirements:

SPECIFIC SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED  

• Proficiency with computerized trademark docket databases, CPI experience preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with trademark filings under the Madrid protocol.
• Excellent organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with clients.
• Exceptional drafting, proof-reading and communication skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Trademark Paralegal in a law firm or corporate setting.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal certificate is preferred.
• Experience with the USPTO search and trademark filing systems, and WIPO databases.
• Experience with procedures and practices regarding application and registration of U.S. and foreign trademarks, with experience in more than one industry preferred.