Trademark Paralegal

Consilio LLC; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Consilio is seeking a Trademark Paralegal (Senior Paralegal or Paralegal Specialist) for our law firm client. The role is hybrid, requiring 3 days in office.

You will support attorneys in domestic and international trademark prosecution and portfolio management, with duties spanning document drafting, filing, and client communications. Ideal candidates have substantial trademark paralegal experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in MS Office and trademark management systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate required.
• Experience with trademark prosecution and portfolio management preferred.
• Ability to draft and file trademark documents accurately.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file U.S. and foreign trademark applications and prosecution documents, including Statements of Use, Extensions of Time, Amendments to Allege Use, and Sections 8, 15, and related filings.
• Draft correspondence with clients and foreign associates.
• Conduct preliminary trademark availability searches.
• Review Office Actions and summarize issues for attorneys.
• Manage trademark deadlines, docket reporting, and docket clearance.
• Communicate filing updates and prosecution status to clients.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Time management

Multitasking

Discretion

Microsoft Office

Trademark systems

Education

BA or Paralegal Cert

Tools

Trademark management systems

Job description

Consilio's ELS Direct Hire Staffing Division is excited to be our law firm’s client in finding a Trademark Paralegal. HYBRID, 3 days in office

Locations: Washington, DC | Boston, MA | Chicago, IL | Los Angeles, CA | New York, NY | San Francisco, CA

This position supports attorneys and legal teams in all aspects of domestic and international trademark prosecution, portfolio management, client communications, and related intellectual property matters. Candidates may be considered at either the Senior Paralegal or Paralegal Specialist level based on experience.

Compensation

Senior Paralegal

This is an hourly, non-exempt position eligible for a generous overtime program that exceeds minimum legal requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file U.S. and foreign trademark applications and prosecution documents, including Statements of Use, Extensions of Time, Amendments to Allege Use, and Sections 8, 15, and related filings


• Draft correspondence with clients and foreign associates


• Conduct preliminary trademark availability searches


• Review Office Actions and summarize issues for attorneys


• Review trademark search results, prepare analyses, charts, and draft findings


• Draft filing instructions and prosecution-related correspondence


• Manage trademark deadlines, docket reporting, and docket clearance


• Communicate filing updates, deadlines, and prosecution status to clients


• Prepare agendas and materials for client meetings and portfolio reviews


• Evaluate specimens of use for potential submission


• Assist with TTAB proceedings and trademark litigation, including document preparation, filings, docket maintenance, and evidence gathering


• Support copyright matters or demonstrate willingness to develop copyright experience


• Draft, analyze, and prepare legal documents


• Coordinate legal projects and communications


• Collect, evaluate, and summarize factual and legal information


• Attend client meetings, coordination meetings, and legal proceedings


• Supervise and delegate work to junior paralegals and support staff, as assigned


• Maintain notary commission/license where required


• Maintain accurate billing and timekeeping records

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Strong organizational and time management abilities


• Exceptional attention to detail


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and trademark management systems

Education

• Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program required

Experience

Senior Paralegal

• 7+ years of trademark paralegal experience

Preferred Experience

• Domestic and international trademark prosecution


• TTAB proceedings


• Large law firm or sophisticated IP practice environment