Trademark Paralegal
Trademark Paralegal
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$ 100000 - 110000
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Job Description
About Us:
Marshall Gerstein & Borun LLP provides sophisticated intellectual property advice and legal services to many of the worlds largest most innovative businesses research institutions universities and entrepreneurs. For more than six decades we have been exclusively dedicated to excellence in the practice of IP law. Our size and singular focus enhance efficiency foster responsive and creative decision-making and help clients achieve mission-critical results. We cultivate trust communicate clearly and deliver effective solutions.
Your Role:
The Trademark Paralegal (Search Specialist) plays a vital role in supporting U.S. trademark activities with a strong emphasis on conducting and analyzing knockout searches. Working alongside a collaborative team of attorneys and support professionals this role focuses on delivering top-tier client service and ensuring accurate timely prosecution and clearance support. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in trademark research and U.S. prosecution procedures as well as the ability to operate efficiently in a deadline-driven fast-paced environment.
Your Impact:
- Trademark Search & Analysis: Conduct preliminary/knockout trademark searches using USPTO WIPO and commercial databases; analyze results to identify conflicts and summarize findings in detailed reports for attorney review.
- Clearance Coordination: Support attorneys with full trademark clearance processes including managing third-party search vendors.
- Prosecution Management: Prepare and file U.S. trademark applications draft goods and services specifications identify appropriate specimens of use and prepare responses to the USPTO.
- Deadline Monitoring: Track key deadlines using docketing systems ensuring accuracy and timeliness throughout the prosecution lifecycle.
- Legal Research: Conduct research on U.S. trademark rules and provide insights as needed for client strategies.
- Document Preparation: Draft and format reports and filings using Microsoft Office Suite ensuring consistency and quality.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with attorneys and support staff to ensure cohesive and efficient workflow supporting a high standard of client service.
YOUR SKILLS:
Required:
- Significant experience (preferably 5 years) as a trademark paralegal with a focus on search and U.S. prosecution.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. trademark rules and procedures.
- Proficient in conducting electronic trademark searches and legal research.
- Familiarity with tools such as the USPTO database WIPO Global Brand Database and other commercial search platforms.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex findings clearly.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic fast-paced environment.
- Ability to adapt to shifting responsibilities aligned with the strategic needs of the firm.
- Initiative accountability and sound judgment in handling sensitive matters.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint).
- Flexibility to adjust work hours as needed to meet job responsibilities.
Preferred:
- Prior experience in a law firm or professional services environment
- Bachelors degree and/or Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program.
- Experience coordinating third-party search vendors.
YOUR REWARDS:
- Competitive salary overall compensation and 401(k)
- Hybrid Remote Work Policy (2 Days In Office 3 Days Remote)
- In-house and external learning and development opportunities
- Career Coaching Services
- Generous health insurance mental health and well-being benefits
- Salary $100000 to $110000
EEO Statement
Our Firm is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our employment decisions are based on individual qualifications job requirements and business needs without regard to race color marital status sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression age religion disability citizenship status national origin pregnancy veteran status and/or any other legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations if you need an accommodation to complete the application process please email
Employment Type
Full-Time
