Trademark Paralegal

2 weeks ago

Chicago, United States Dentons Full time

Posted on May 1, 2024

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**Responsibilities**:
Dentons US LLP is currently recruiting for a full-time Trademark Paralegal to be based in our Chicago, St. Louis, Washington, D.C. or New York office. This position will support the local IP&T Practitioners and the national IP&T Practice Group. This position will report to the Practice Group Leader, with daily work performed primarily under the direction of assigned practice group lawyers and/or paraprofessionals. Expected responsibilities will include:

- Conduct trademark screening searches using third search party platforms and common law searches
- Correspond with clients regarding routine phases of trademark prosecution and maintenance matters
- Assist attorneys in TTAB filings, i.e. extensions of time to file a notice of opposition, consent motions
- Prepare and record ownership and change of name documents related to trademarks
- Conduct due diligence on trademark portfolios
- Prepare and file customs registrations and renewals with the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol
- Prepare cost estimates for new filings
- Assist with trademark enforcement matters including working with and corresponding foreign counsel regarding potential oppositions, cancellations and cease & desist letters
- Assist with monitoring attorney dockets and working with internal personnel to manage deadlines
- Record billable hours timely and accurately utilizing practice/firm billing protocols

Pursuant to New York law, the salary range for this position in New York is $100,000 to $110,000, based on experience.

Dentons offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

Position qualifications
- Attainment of at least a Bachelor's Degree is required
- 4 to 10 years working in a trademark department with at least 4 years of trademark prosecution related duties; experience with copyrights would be a plus
- Passionate about learning new skills and intellectual property
- Exceptional writing, editing, research, organizational, and analytical skills and attention to detail
- Expert in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple, simultaneous tasks efficiently
- Strong work ethic, including willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed
- Professional demeanor, attention to detail, and great organizational skills are essential
- Ability to provide direction and training to junior team members
- Ability to maintain discretion and privacy with confidential matters and documents
- Ability to meet minimum billable hourly requirement
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, PDF creation tool(s), document management software, Elite or other timekeeping software, Internet required
- Excellent client service, ability to work overtime and travel as needed

Equal opportunities

Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans. We are an Affirmative Action Employer. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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