Support the trademark prosecution practice; including preparation and filing of trademark and copyright applications with the USPTO and WIPO
Prepare reports related to trademark prosecution activities; including client status reports and docket reports
Communicate with clients regarding status of trademark matters
Ensure accurate record keeping related to trademark prosecution activities
Conduct international and US preliminary searches via internet and electronic databases
Stay up-to-date with changes to Intellectual Property rules and regulations

Associate’s degree or work experience equivalent
Minimum of 10 years of trademark and copyright prosecution experience
Deep understanding of Intellectual Property rules and regulations in jurisdictions worldwide
Experience with IP docketing systems
Ability to effectively communicate with attorneys, staff and clients
Strong oral and written communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel, Document Management Systems such as Net Docs
Ability to work occasional overtime and weekends as needed

Competitive salaries and a performance bonus program
Group health, dental, and vision insurance
Multiple plan options and various benefit levels
Same-sex domestic partner coverage
Pre-tax premiums
Coverage begins on date of hire
Group term life/AD&D and voluntary supplemental group universal life insurance
Voluntary accident insurance – self and family
Long-term care insurance
Short-term disability benefits
Long-term disability benefits
Pre-tax benefit programs – dependent care, health care reimbursement and transit/qualified parking (in most cities)
Retirement program – voluntary 401(k) plan

Trademark Paralegal

Key skills