Senior Trademark Paralegal – SourcePro Search
Job Description
SourcePro Search is conducting a search for a Senior Trademark Paralegal for our large law firm client. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and the technical skill and professional maturity to operate independently with minimal guidance from attorneys. At least 5-years of Trademark prosecution experience is required.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct preliminary trademark database searches on SAEGIS and perform initial analysis of search results; order comprehensive searches; conduct follow-up and status inquiries; and conduct general Internet searches
- Prepare US Trademark Applications, including the collection and review of supporting documents/materials
- Correspond with foreign trademark counsel regarding initiation of trademark searches and prosecution of trademark applications
- Communicate with clients regarding requirements for submitting trademark applications
- Prepare trademark status reports upon request from client or attorney
- Communicate with Patent and Trademark Office
- Research and investigate potential trademark conflicts; and investigate companies with potentially conflicting name or trademark
- Instruct docketing on updates to Trademark Database, review and update weekly docket calendar report, participate is regularly scheduled docket meetings
- Assist with preparation of Copyright applications
- Provide training to case assistants and junior paralegals
- All other duties as assigned or required
Skills and experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 5+ years of trademark prosecution experience
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and track extensive details
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with clients and all levels of personnel and handle confidential information sensitively and discreetly
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced environment, while demonstrating initiative, diplomacy and tact when under pressure
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, advanced knowledge of Excel preferred
