WORK ARRANGEMENT: Hybrid
LOCATION: Silicon Valley | San Francisco | New York | Boston | Washington, D.C. | Seattle | Santa Monica
BENEFITS:
Competitive base salary: $85,000 – $133,750 annually, based on experience, qualifications, education, and geographic location. Eligible employees may also receive a discretionary performance-based bonus. , comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings program, health savings and flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, paid time off, wellness initiatives, professional development opportunities, employee assistance resources, and a comprehensive employee benefits package. Performance-based bonus opportunities may be available for eligible employees.
THE ORGANIZATION:
Elite National Professional Services Firm
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Independently manage a high-volume trademark docket while ensuring accuracy and timely completion of all deadlines.
- Prepare, review, and file domestic and international trademark applications, renewals, maintenance filings, assignments, and related intellectual property documentation.
- Coordinate with domestic and international counsel regarding trademark prosecution, filings, correspondence, and portfolio management.
- Conduct trademark clearance searches, online investigations, and preliminary research to support trademark strategy.
- Monitor application status, prosecution activity, and official correspondence while maintaining accurate docket records.
- Prepare reports, client communications, filing documentation, and supporting materials for attorneys and stakeholders.
- Assist with trademark enforcement matters, ownership updates, recordations, and portfolio maintenance activities.
- Collaborate with attorneys and legal professionals to support ongoing client matters and strategic intellectual property initiatives.
- Maintain organized electronic records and ensure compliance with filing requirements and applicable procedures.
- Prioritize multiple assignments while consistently meeting deadlines in a fast-paced professional environment.
- Communicate effectively with clients, government agencies, foreign associates, and internal business partners.
- Perform additional projects and responsibilities as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree, Paralegal Certificate, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience preferred.
- Minimum of three years of trademark paralegal experience supporting domestic and international trademark matters.
- Demonstrated experience independently managing trademark portfolios and maintaining docket deadlines.
- Strong understanding of trademark prosecution processes and intellectual property filing procedures.
- Experience coordinating with international counsel and external service providers preferred.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with attorneys, clients, and business partners.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and legal docketing or case management systems.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality.
- Self-motivated professional capable of working independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.
- Commitment to delivering exceptional client service and maintaining the highest standards of quality and professionalism.
- Flexibility to accommodate changing business priorities and workload demands as needed.
