Intellectual Property Paralegal

Buchalter; Los Angeles (CA); Sur place; USD 100 000 - 115 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

401K

Profit sharing

Full benefits package

Résumé du poste

Buchalter LLP in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced trademark paralegal to support attorneys in the prosecution, maintenance, and enforcement of domestic and international trademarks.

You will manage docketing, handle USPTO filings, coordinate with clients and foreign associates, and assist with domain-name disputes and office actions. A minimum of 5 years in trademark paralegal work is expected, with strong detail orientation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a trademark paralegal.
• Familiar with domestic and international trademark matters.
• Strong knowledge of trademark laws and terminology.
• IP litigation experience is a plus.
• Patent experience is a plus.
• Experience with trademark docketing and database management is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Conduct trademark searches using USPTO and third-party systems and provide legal analysis on availability.
• Prepare and file trademark applications, statements of use, and renewal documents with the USPTO.
• Monitor and track deadlines for trademark prosecution and maintenance.
• Coordinate with international trademark associates and manage invoicing.
• File specimens of use and URL information with the Trademark Office for various declarations.
• Communicate with clients, foreign associates, and government officials.
• Prepare and respond to office actions and other correspondence from government agencies.
• Maintain and update trademark databases.
• Assist attorneys in all aspects of the trademark practice.
• Assist in filing domain name disputes (UDRP, URS) and TTAB proceedings.

Connaissances

Trademark knowledge

Paralegal experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Docketing and databases

Client contact

Formation

ABA-approved paralegal certificate or attorney declaration under BPC 6450

Outils

Trademark docketing software

MS Office

Document management systems

Description du poste

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced trademark paralegal to join our team in our Los Angeles office. The successful candidate will assist attorneys in the intellectual property practice group with a variety of tasks related to trademark prosecution, maintenance, and enforcement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct trademark searches using the USPTO system and third party systems (e.g. Corsearch, Saegis, etc.) and provide legal analysis on availability of trademarks
• Prepare and file trademark applications, statements of use, and renewal documents with the USPTO
• Monitor and track deadlines for trademark prosecution and maintenance
• Manage international trademark associates and deadlines and invoicing thereto
• Locate, evaluate and file Specimens of Use and accompanying URL information with the Trademark Office for: Amendments to Allege Use, Statements of Use, Section 8 and 15 Declarations of Continuous Use and Incontestability and Section 8 and 9 Declarations of Continuous Use and Renewal
• Communicate with clients, foreign associates, and government officials
• Prepare and respond to office actions and other correspondence from government agencies
• Maintain and update trademark databases
• Provide support to attorneys in all aspects of the trademark practice
• Assist in preparing and filing domain name disputes such as UDRP, URS, and other domain name disputes
• Assisting and filing disputes, namely cancellations and oppositions, within the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board

Qualifications:

• ABA-approved paralegal certificate or attorney declaration under the BPC 6450
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a trademark paralegal
• Familiar with domestic and international trademark matters
• Strong knowledge of trademark laws and terminology
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Should be comfortable contacting clients directly as needed
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and document management systems
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• IP litigation experience is a plus
• Patent experience is a plus
• Experience with trademark docketing and database management is a plus

Buchalter LLP offers a competitive salary, 401K, profit sharing and a full benefits package.

Pay Scale: The reasonably expected pay scale for this position is $100-115k.