Trademark Paralegal
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Job Location:
San Francisco, CA - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 65290 - 130580
Posted on:
11 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description:
Perkins Coies nationally recognized Trademark Copyright Internet & Advertising practice is seeking a highly motivated Paralegal to join its offices. This position will assist lawyers in the clearance and prosecution of U.S. and foreign trademark and copyright matters including searches enforcement and due diligence.
In addition as a member of the Perkins Coie professional support staff team this position is responsible for promoting and maintaining the goodwill and reputation of the this capacity the Paralegal is expected to maintain the highest level of professional conduct and confidentiality.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
These essential functions are primary job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation.
- Update and maintain electronic records.
- Draft reporting correspondence to client for attorney review.
- Draft U.S. trademark prosecution documents for attorney review and comments.
- Continue training on USPTO rules and procedures as they relate to trademark prosecution.
- Train on conducting U.S. and international trademarks copyrights and domain searches as well as any additional training deemed necessary.
- Perform computer database input and retrieval.
- Maintain positive contact with co-workers and observe confidentiality of client matters.
- Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines.
- Be present at work during regularly scheduled working hours and as needed consistent with the firms attendance expectations.
- Maintain accurate and timely daily time entry in accordance with the firms time entry protocol ensuring compliance with firm policies and best practices.
SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED
- Superb organizational analytical and communications skills a must.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with paralegals attorneys and other professionals.
- Ability to handle multiple assignments work well under pressure and have flexibility to assist team in meeting client demands on accelerated schedules.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Requires a 4-year degree or equivalent and 5 years of work experience at a law firm.
- Basic computer skills including Word and Excel required.
- Exposure to trademark litigation and TTAB preferred but not required
At Perkins Coie we look for self-motivated individuals dedicated to providing value and superior service and who have a high degree of integrity and enthusiasm for their work. We have created a company culture based on collaboration devotion to serving our clients and mutual respect. Perkins Coie is committed to advancing diversity and inclusion both within the firm and throughout our collective communities. Work with one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For and receive great health insurance tuition reimbursement and paid sabbaticals.
This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus 401(k) plan medical dental and vision insurance accrued paid time off plan starting at 20 days annually personal medical and parental leave up to 10 paid holidays and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here.
This position may be filled in the following location(s). The listed compensation range reflects the typical pay for this role though it is rare for new hires to receive an offer at the top of the range. Actual compensation may vary depending on experience skills market conditions and internal equity.
San Francisco Bay Area compensation range: $ 83330.00 to $166670.00 annually
Colorado compensation range: $65290.00 to $130580.00 annually
Los Angeles compensation range: $76030.00 to $152060.00 annually
Washington state compensation range: $68870.00 to $137740.00 annually
Key Skills
- Legal Drafting
- Proofreading
- Google Docs
- Organizational skills
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Case Management
- Legal Research
- Research Experience
- Paralegal
- Filing
- Writing Skills
About Company
Fueled by longtime client Boeing and newer clients from the high-tech arena, Perkins Coie is one of the largest law firms in the Northwest. Founded in 1912, the firm has more than 700 lawyers specializing in such areas as antitrust and trade regulation, intellectual property, and labo ... View more
