Trademark Paralegal

Description

SUMMARY:

Provides integral support to trademark attorneys in representing clients in domestic and international trademark matters, including trademark searching, prosecution, portfolio management, maintenance, and enforcement. Provides a high level of support including docket management, preparation and filing of legal documents, trademark research, and maintaining client-related databases. Uses discretion and judgment while planning and organizing workload to ensure established priorities and deadlines are met.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Assist attorneys with domestic and international trademark matters, including trademark clearance, prosecution, registration, maintenance, and enforcement.
• Support document review, case file organization, and trial preparation.
• Assist in the preparation of legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, and other documentation.
• Ensure litigation dates are efficiently docketed, update files as necessary, and maintain client databases and status reports.
• Prepare ad-hoc reports.
• Coordinate and assist in discovery efforts including information gathering, document collection, review and production.
• Manage document production and electronic evidence during discovery.
• Assist with depositions (including preparation of deposition summaries), court hearing and trial preparation, trial site logistics and support.
• Research legal databases and evaluates pertinence of information.
• Proactively communicate and coordinate filings, scheduling of depositions, and preparation of documents.
• Provide general administrative support including data entry, filing, proofreading legal documents, and managing correspondence with clients and courts.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and/or related software, and the ability to effectively utilize various applications such as iManage, as well as legal research tools and resources.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while exhibiting a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks and deadlines for multiple client tasks at different stages of filing processes.
• Ability to demonstrate strong attention to detail, independently troubleshoot, professionally interact with others, and exceptional customer service skills.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment and effectively prioritize tasks.
• Ability to perform efficiently, maintain high quality and quantity of work, and adapt to changes effectively.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• At least two years of related trademark paralegal experience, preferably with an IP law firm or dedicated intellectual property practice.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related area and/or paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program.

WORK LOCATION:

• Full-time position based in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, with a hybrid work schedule requiring three days in the office per week.
• Provides support to attorneys across the Firm’s Detroit, Dallas, St. Louis, and Washington, D.C. metropolitan offices.