IP Trademark Paralegal — Global Filings & Research

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP seeks a Trademark Paralegal to support attorneys in the Intellectual Property Department. The role involves preparing and filing trademark applications, coordinating with foreign associates, and maintaining docket deadlines.

The candidate will handle responses to office actions, oppositions, renewals, and related filings, with emphasis on accuracy, confidentiality, and professional collaboration across teams and offices.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of trademark experience preferred.
• College degree, paralegal certificate, or relevant work experience.
• High attention to detail and accuracy of work.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work professionally and confidentially with varied personalities.

Responsibilities

• Correspond with foreign associates regarding searching, filing, maintaining, and enforcing trademarks of our clients.
• Search trademark registrations in USPTO and foreign offices.
• Prepare, file, and monitor trademark applications; draft responses to office actions.
• Draft oppositions to applications for conflicting trademarks; draft affidavits of use for USPTO filings.
• Review deadlines, organize files, and assist with copyright filings; prepare trademark-related agreements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Ability to prioritize

Team player

Education

College degree or paralegal certificate

Tools

TEAS

TTAB

Anaqua docketing system

Job description

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP seeks a Trademark Paralegal to support attorneys in the Intellectual Property Department. The role involves preparing and filing trademark applications, coordinating with foreign associates, and maintaining docket deadlines.

The candidate will handle responses to office actions, oppositions, renewals, and related filings, with emphasis on accuracy, confidentiality, and professional collaboration across teams and offices.