Associate Analyst, Legal (Trademark)

Planet Pharma Group; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma seeks an Associate Analyst, Legal (Trademark) in Irvine, CA to support a global trademark program. You will prepare and file trademark applications in the US, coordinate foreign filings, and maintain the trademark docket with attention to deadlines.

The role requires proactive, detail-oriented professionals with strong communication and organizational skills, capable of working with internal teams and outside counsel.

Qualifications

• Experience in trademark docketing and filings.
• Familiarity with USPTO forms and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file domestic trademark applications and related correspondence.
• Coordinate foreign filings through foreign counsel.
• Maintain trademark docketing and track deadlines.
• Assist IP attorneys on global trademark projects.
• Interact with internal teams and outside counsel professionally.

Skills

Trademark program management

MS Office Suite

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

ABA Paralegal Certification

Tools

Anaqua

Foundation IP

IP docketing software

Job description

Target PR Range: 25-35/hr DOE

Associate Analyst, Legal (Trademark)

The role of the Associate Analyst, Legal (Trademark) in the Lifesciences Legal Department offers the opportunity to assist a leading corporate legal team that functions as an internal law firm within a sophisticated IP program. The ideal candidate will be experienced and highly skilled in working to administrate and conduct a global trademark program internally, with minimal assistance of outside counsel in the United States. The Associate Analyst, Legal (Trademark) will prepare and file trademark applications and related documents with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office, administrate all trademark docketing and work with IP attorneys on more complex projects, such as global trademark oppositions.
The role requires a proactive, self-starter who possesses exceptional multi-tasking and communication skills, both oral and written. A high level of professionalism, organization, and flexibility are essential. This role also requires a friendly, energetic person with high integrity who can represent the legal team with professionalism at all times, including when interacting with company employees. Must possess excellent organization skills and exercise strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and file domestic trademark applications and related correspondence
• Prepare and file, through foreign counsel, foreign trademark applications and related correspondence
• Conduct searching and analysis of search results for proposed new trademarks
• Maintain all trademark files
• Respond to trademark inquiries from internal marketing representatives
• Secure necessary signature/authorizations and approved documentation for domestic and foreign trademark applications, renewals and any other purpose
• Responsible for all trademark docketing; lead the effort to track and meet trademark deadlines for attorneys from the companys IP management system
• Prepare trademark related documents in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other systems
• Interact professionally with all levels of employees and outside counsel

Basic Qualifications:

• A High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 1 year of Trademark Paralegal or Analyst experience is required.
• Must be completely familiar with USPTO forms and all types of deadlines for trademark matters
• Ability to work efficiently, proactively, take initiative, execute instructions, organize and prioritize work and be a team player
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Experience with IP management software and document management software
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, including both written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent problem solving capabilities
• Ability to work independently and prioritize with minimal daily instruction
• Ability to think strategically in order to improve current processes

Preferred Qualifications:

• An associate or bachelors degree is preferred.
• ABA Paralegal Certification
• Experience with Anaqua or Foundation IP Trademark Portfolio Management Tool
• Law firm environment is preferred.