Trademark Paralegal

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, Professional Corporation; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 77,572 - 104,959; Full time

Job summary

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, Professional Corporation is seeking a Trademark Paralegal in Palo Alto to support innovative tech and life sciences companies. This role involves communicating with clients, preparing trademark applications, and assisting with global trademark registration.

The ideal candidate has a college degree or paralegal certificate and over 4 years of trademark paralegal experience. Strong project management skills and attention to detail are crucial for success in this fast-paced environment.

Compensation ranges from $56.31 to $76.19 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• College degree and/or paralegal certificate required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in trademark law.
• Exceptional project management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients about trademark matters.
• Prepare and manage trademark applications and filings.
• Assist with global trademark registration strategies.

Skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Client-focused mindset

Education

College degree or paralegal certificate

4+ years of experience as a trademark paralegal

Tools

WebTMS

USPTO filing

Job description

Position Summary

As a Trademark Paralegal at Wilson Sonsini, you’ll support innovative companies in tech and life sciences, helping protect the brands behind breakthrough technologies. You’ll work on cutting‑edge matters in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment with deep IP expertise.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Communicate with attorneys and clients regarding trademark clearance, prosecution, deadlines, renewals, and maintenance matters
• Prepare and send client communications, reports, and trademark status updates (quarterly or upon request)
• Coordinate with clients to collect supporting documents, signed forms, and specimens
• Review marketing materials and websites for acceptable trademark specimens
• Conduct preliminary trademark clearance searches using USPTO, commercial databases (e.g., SAEGIS, TrademarkNow), AI tools, and foreign office resources
• Order and track comprehensive trademark searches from vendors
• Prepare, file and maintain applications and registrations before the USPTO (Sections8,9,15; Statements of Use; Renewals; Extensions; Assignments; POAs)
• Draft and file non‑substantive responses to Office Actions for attorney review
• Report USPTO and foreign office notices (publication, allowance) to clients
• Communicate with foreign counsel regarding searches, filings, prosecution, and maintenance
• Assist in planning and executing global trademark registration strategies
• Coordinate legalization of documents and obtain signatures for foreign filings
• Manage deadlines and docket items for U.S. and foreign applications and registrations, and maintain accurate records in WebTMS
• Prepare and manage trademark watch notices and subscriptions
• Oversee file transfers (intake and outbound), including docket and document reviews
• Assist with preparing and filing TTAB actions (oppositions, cancellations, appeals) and UDRP complaints; gather supporting materials for enforcement proceedings
• File and prosecute U.S. copyright applications; assist with copyright assignment documentation
• Assist clients with U.S. Customs and Border Protection trademark recordation
• Perform related duties as assigned or directed by supervisor
• Maintain compliance with all firm policies and procedures

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• A college degree and/or paralegal certificate
• 4+ years of experience as a trademark paralegal
• Stellar project management and organizational skills
• Great attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Good judgment, intuition, and problem‑solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Reliable and dependable
• Client‑focused mindset
• Professional and composed under pressure in fast‑paced environments
• Ability to learn quickly and work effectively and efficiently with clients, attorneys, and staff across offices
• Proficiency in WebTMS and filing with USPTO
• Knowledge of U.S. and international trademark prosecution rules and procedures
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed

Compensation

The anticipated pay range for this position is $56.31–$76.19 per hour in Palo Alto and SanFrancisco; $53.50–$72.38 per hour in Seattle. Compensation may include overtime and a discretionary year‑end merit bonus based on performance.

Benefits information is available upon request.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).