Paralegal

Paralegal needs trademark portfolio management experience with 4 years experience.

Paralegal requires:

Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate.

• Experience in trademark portfolio management, preferably with a global company or law firm managing large, international portfolios.

• Knowledge of USPTO practice and international systems (Madrid Protocol, WIPO).

• Experience with IP docketing and portfolio management software

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize global deadlines and high-volume work.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across time zones and cultures.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with SAP or other enterprise systems is a plus.

Paralegal duties:

• Trademark Portfolio Management

• Maintain and update global trademark database, ensuring accuracy and completeness of records.

• Prepare and file trademark applications, renewals, assignments, and recordals with the USPTO and through coordination with foreign counsel.

• Assist with global clearance projects, including coordinating searches, reviewing results, and reporting to business stakeholders.

• Monitor and analyze watch notices and online brand protection alerts for potential infringement.

• Support enforcement strategies, including drafting cease-and-desist letters, coordinating takedowns, and liaising with outside counsel on opposition and cancellation proceedings.

• Assist with domain name monitoring and enforcement.

• Act as primary point of contact for marketing, product development, and business teams regarding trademark usage, clearance, and brand protection guidance.

• Prepare reports and portfolio updates for business leaders and global IP stakeholders.

• Assist with internal training initiatives and compliance programs related to trademark use and brand protection.

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• Manage global docket of trademark deadlines, including renewals, oppositions, and other prosecution and enforcement actions.

• Ensure timely filings and communicate key deadlines to attorneys and business partners.

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• Coordinate with outside counsel worldwide on filings, disputes, and budgetary matters.

• Review invoices, manage accrual reporting, and support budget planning for global trademark spend.

• Maintain organized and accessible electronic files in compliance with internal guidelines.