Trademark Paralegal

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Perform high quality, billable work
Correspond with foreign associates regarding searching, filing, maintaining, and enforcing trademarks of our clients
Conduct preliminary clearance searches through vendor database
Conduct research to gather and store information regarding the use of trademarks for enforcement and maintenance
Review and revise affidavits/declarations/oppositions to ensure accuracy and completeness of client information
Prepare, file, and monitor trademark applications
Draft responses to office actions
Draft oppositions to applications for conflicting trademarks
Draft affidavits of use and file with the USPTO
Draft renewal applications
Prepare and/or obtain documents for legalization
Review and organize files, reviewing docket for deadlines
Assist with copyright filings
Assist with preparing trademark-related agreements
Assist with enforcement matters to defend client trademarks and copyrights
Requirements
Must have a college degree, paralegal certificate, or relevant work experience
Two or more years of trademark experience preferred
Proficiency with the USPTO’s online tools, including Trademark Electronic Application System (TEAS) and online tools of the Assignment Branch and the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) preferred
Domestic and foreign filing experience preferred
General knowledge of intellectual property filing and prosecution rules/regulations is required
Experience with Anaqua docketing system preferred
High attention to detail and accuracy of work
Demonstrated ability to work professionally and confidentially with a variety of personalities from all levels of an organization
Proven organizational and multi-tasking skills
Independent, action-oriented thinker who will successfully undertake and complete projects and major tasks with limited supervision and work with other practice assistants as a team
Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence and professionalism
Communicate effectively and professionally (verbal and written)
Must be dependable and hardworking team player
Ability to prioritize work
Equal Opportunity Employer

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