Trademark Paralegal
St. Louis, MO
Full Time
Legal
Mid Level
Trademark Paralegal – Chicago, New York, St. Louis, or Washington, DC
Hybrid
Salary: $90,000 – $110,000 plus bonus
Our client, an Am Law 100 firm, is seeking an experienced Trademark Paralegal to support their local IP&T practitioners and national Intellectual Property & Technology Practice Group. This role reports directly to the Practice Group Leader and involves handling trademark prosecution, enforcement, and portfolio management.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and file U.S. trademark applications, office action responses, and maintenance filings with the USPTO.
- Conduct trademark screening searches on third-party platforms and perform common law searches.
- Assist with TTAB filings and prepare WIPO trademark documents.
- Collaborate with foreign counsel on international trademark applications and maintenance.
- Communicate with clients regarding trademark prosecution, maintenance, and portfolio updates.
- File customs registrations with U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
- Support trademark enforcement efforts, including coordinating with foreign counsel on oppositions and disputes.
- Monitor attorney dockets and ensure timely filing of deadlines.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 4 to 10 years of experience in a trademark department with a strong focus on trademark prosecution.
- Experience with copyright registration is a plus.
- Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, document management software, and timekeeping systems.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines under pressure, and work overtime or weekends as needed.
- Strong attention to detail, professionalism, and organizational skills.
- Willingness to mentor and train junior team members.
- Excellent client service skills.
This position requires a proactive professional with a strong background in trademark law and the ability to handle complex trademark portfolios.
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