Trademark Paralegal

Perkins Coie; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 83,330 - 166,670; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid sabbaticals

401(k) plan

Accrued paid time off starting at 20 days annually

Job summary

A top-tier law firm in San Francisco is seeking a dedicated Paralegal to assist with U.S. and foreign trademark and copyright matters. The ideal candidate must possess a 4-year degree and 5 years of experience in a law firm. This role requires superb organizational, analytical, and communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. The firm is known for its collaborative culture and offers competitive compensation along with health insurance, 401(k) contributions, and other benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have a 4-year degree or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of experience in a law firm is required.
• Basic computer skills including proficiency in Word and Excel are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist lawyers in trademark and copyright clearance and prosecution.
• Maintain electronic records and draft correspondence.
• Perform database input and retrieval, ensuring confidentiality.

Skills

Superb organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Ability to handle multiple assignments

Ability to work under pressure

Education

4-year degree or equivalent

5 years of work experience at a law firm

Basic computer skills including Word and Excel

Exposure to trademark litigation preferred

Job description

Job Description

Perkins Coie’s nationally recognized Trademark, Copyright, Internet & Advertising practice is seeking a highly motivated Paralegal to join its offices.

This position will assist lawyers in the clearance and prosecution of U.S. and foreign trademark and copyright matters, including searches, enforcement, and due diligence.

In addition, as a member of the Perkins Coie professional support staff team, this position is responsible for promoting and maintaining the goodwill and reputation of the firm. In this capacity, the Paralegal is expected to maintain the highest level of professional conduct and confidentiality.

Essential Functions

• Update and maintain electronic records.
• Draft reporting correspondence to client for attorney review.
• Draft U.S. trademark prosecution documents for attorney review and comments.
• Continue training on USPTO rules and procedures as they relate to trademark prosecution.
• Train on conducting U.S. and international trademarks, copyrights, and domain searches as well as any additional training deemed necessary.
• Perform computer database input and retrieval.
• Maintain positive contact with co-workers and observe confidentiality of client matters.
• Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines.
• Be present at work during regularly scheduled working hours and as needed, consistent with the firm’s attendance expectations.
• Maintain accurate and timely daily time entry in accordance with the firm’s time entry protocol, ensuring compliance with firm policies and best practices.

Specific Skills Required

• Superb organizational, analytical and communications skills a must.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with paralegals, attorneys, and other professionals.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments, work well under pressure, and have flexibility to assist team in meeting client demands on accelerated schedules.

Education and Experience

• Requires a 4-year degree or equivalent and 5 years of work experience at a law firm.
• Basic computer skills including Word and Excel required.
• Exposure to trademark litigation and TTAB preferred but not required.

At Perkins Coie, we look for self-motivated individuals dedicated to providing value and superior service and who have a high degree of integrity and enthusiasm for their work. We have created a company culture based on collaboration, devotion to serving our clients, and mutual respect. Perkins Coie is committed to advancing diversity and inclusion both within the firm and throughout our collective communities. Work with one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For and receive great health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and paid sabbaticals.

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, accrued paid time off plan starting at 20 days annually, personal medical and parental leave, up to 10 paid holidays, and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here.

Compensation

The listed compensation range reflects the typical pay for this role, though it is rare for new hires to receive an offer at the top of the range. Actual compensation may vary depending on experience, skills, market conditions, and internal equity.

• San Francisco Bay Area compensation range: $ 83,330.00 to $166,670.00 annually
• Colorado compensation range: $65,290.00 to $130,580.00 annually
• Los Angeles compensation range: $76,030.00 to $152,060.00 annually
• Washington state compensation range: $68,870.00 to $137,740.00 annually