Trade Mark Paralegal

G2 Legal Limited; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading London-based intellectual property boutique is seeking a skilled Trade Mark Paralegal to join its collaborative team. This permanent role involves managing UK and EU trade mark filings, liaising with foreign associates, and drafting legal documents. Candidates should have prior experience in a trade mark paralegal role and a strong understanding of IP procedures. Opportunities for career development in a creative environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a trade mark paralegal role, ideally within private practice.
• Strong knowledge of UKIPO and EUIPO procedures.
• Familiarity with docketing systems.

Responsibilities

• Managing UK and EU trade mark and design filings through to registration.
• Liaising with foreign associates on international filings.
• Drafting cease and desist letters, oppositions, and appeals.

Skills

Trade mark procedures knowledge

Attention to detail

Strong drafting skills

Communication skills

Team-oriented mindset

Tools

WebTMS

Job description

Trade Mark Paralegal – London

A leading London-based intellectual property boutique is looking for a skilledTrade Mark Paralegalto join its collaborative and forward-thinking team.

Known for working with high-profile brands across fashion, music, entertainment and publishing, this firm offers a creative, non-traditional working environment and a strong focus on quality, autonomy and career development.
This is a permanent position offering the opportunity to work on high-quality matters with a varied caseload and real responsibility from day one.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing UK and EU trade mark and design filings through to registration
• Liaising with foreign associates on international filings, objections and strategy
• Drafting and assisting with cease and desist letters, oppositions, revocations and appeals
• Conducting trade mark searches and preparing client reports
• Handling renewals, recordals and licensing matters
• Supporting anti-counterfeiting efforts and enforcement actions
• Ensuring deadlines are accurately recorded and monitored in WebTMS

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a trade mark paralegal role, ideally within private practice
• Strong knowledge of UKIPO and EUIPO procedures
• Familiarity with docketing systems (WebTMS experience is a plus)
• Excellent attention to detail and strong drafting skills
• Confident communicator with the ability to manage a varied and deadline-driven workload
• A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a genuine interest in IP

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