Trademark Paralegal II Hybrid (Rahway, NJ)

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Paralegal to join the Trademark and Copyright team in the Office of General Counsel. This position will provide essential support to attorneys and internal stakeholders in managing the companys extensive trademark portfolio and related functions. The ideal candidate will bring advanced knowledge of trademark processes and contribute to team-wide initiatives and process improvements.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage global trademark dockets and deadlines

• Conduct review and analyze worldwide trademark clearance screens

• Prepare and file trademark applications; support prosecution maintenance and portfolio management

• Coordinate with foreign counsel on international filings and prosecution

• Review trademark watch notices

• Support broader IP matters including corporate transactions copyright customs/recordations domain strategy and enforcement/oppositions.

• Prepare status reports and schedules as needed

• Communicate with attorneys and stakeholders regarding IP matters

• Review invoices in electronic billing system ensuring compliance with billing guidelines

• Assist with quality assurance reviews of trademark records and filings

• Identify workflow improvements and contribute to process optimization templates and best practices across the team

• Coordinate with attorneys on special requests or complex projects

• Attend to other duties as assigned with support of attorney as appropriate

Qualifications

Education:

• High School degree required

• Associates degree bachelors degree or Paralegal certificate preferred

Required Work Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of trademark paralegal experience.

Skills:

• Substantive trademark expertise: solid knowledge of U.S. and international trademark law and prosecution clearance enforcement and portfolio management processes

• Independent reliable execution: works autonomously follows through on commitments and takes ownership of outcomes

• Organization and prioritization: excels at structuring workload meeting deadlines and managing multiple matters simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

• Problem solving: identifies root causes anticipates obstacles and proposes practical risk-aware solutions; explores alternatives and escalates thoughtfully when needed

• Technical proficiency: MS Office (Outlook Word Excel); trademark search/watch platforms (e.g. Corsearch CompuMark); docketing systems (e.g. TIPMS ANAQUA WebTMS); USPTO website

• Detail orientated: maintains accurate records proofs filings meticulously and safeguards data integrity and confidentiality

• Learning mindset and innovation: stays current with trademark/industry trends; experiments responsibly with new tools and technologies (including AI) to improve efficiency and quality; documents and shares best practices

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The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive if applicable.

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