Trademark Paralegal (Denver, CO; Minneapolis, MN; Salt Lake City, UT) (#3925)

Dorsey & Whitney LLP; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is seeking a Trademark Paralegal for its Salt Lake City office. The position involves assisting attorneys with trademark prosecution and managing client communications. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills and a robust understanding of trademark procedures.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with Firm contribution

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Discretionary bonuses

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or completion of paralegal program or equivalent experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Competent knowledge of trademark legal procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in drafting correspondence regarding trademark prosecution events.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients about trademark prosecution.
• Manage U.S. and international trademark portfolios.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Competent understanding of trademark procedures

Education

Bachelor’s degree or completion of paralegal program

Tools

Foundation IP

Job description

Trademark Paralegal (Denver, CO; Minneapolis, MN; Salt Lake City, UT) (#3925)

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Recruiting Manager at Dorsey & Whitney LLP

We are seeking a Trademark Paralegal in our Denver, Minneapolis and Salt Lake City office. As a valued team member, you are a critical part of Dorsey’s client service team, working collaboratively with lawyers and clients on an array of substantive client matters. Are you a strong communicator and enjoy working independently and with a team? If you are a skilled paralegal with trademark experience and strong organizational skills, then we would appreciate hearing from you.

In This Role, You Will

• Assist attorneys in drafting correspondence to clients regarding U.S. and international trademark prosecution events.
• Under the guidance of attorneys, coordinate and communicate directly with clients regarding routine or procedural trademark prosecution events.
• Assist attorneys in management of U.S. and international trademark portfolios, including reviewing and maintaining accuracy of trademark files, understanding docket and deadlines, and action needed on each file.
• Draft various trademark related documents covering all aspects of U.S. trademark prosecution for attorney review and file under attorney direction with the U.S. Trademark Office.
• Communicate attorney instructions to local counsel regarding international trademark matters and preparation and assembly of ancillary documentation; oversee payment of local counsel invoices.
• Navigate online databases for application status updates and downloading of documents, including the U.S. Trademark Office and international trademark offices.
• Apply competent knowledge of trademark legal procedures, terminology, and activities to paralegal tasks.
• Perform other tasks as necessary or as directed.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree or completion of paralegal program or equivalent experience and familiarity with Intellectual Property.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; demonstrated analytical ability; ability to set priorities; knows ethical boundaries of position and when to consult with attorney; responsible; resourceful; professional.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage a large volume of detailed tasks.
• Competent understanding and knowledge of the trademark process, docketing, and filing responsibilities.
• Competent knowledge of, and exposure to, the U.S. Trademark Office online databases including the electronic filing system.
• Competent knowledge of, and exposure to, international trademark online databases.
• Competent knowledge of, and exposure to, docketing databases; Foundation IP is preferred.
• Competent in conducting online searches in databases.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
  
  

About Dorsey

Dorsey & Whitney is an international law firm with more than 575 lawyers in 21 offices throughout the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia. We are a premier legal counselor to companies worldwide in a wide range of industries, including banking & financial institutions; development & infrastructure; energy & natural resources; food, beverage & agribusiness; healthcare & life sciences; and technology.

Dorsey offers opportunities for advancement within a collaborative and dynamic environment, with competitive pay and excellent benefits. Our benefits are available to business professionals working 17+ hours/week along with their dependents, including spouses and domestic partners regardless of gender. Dorsey’s benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with coverage for infertility, gender-affirming care, behavioral health, and access to virtual providers; dental insurance; vision insurance; 401(k) retirement savings plan with Firm contribution; basic and optional life insurance; short and long-term disability; paid time off; up to 8 weeks of paid parental leave with up to an additional 6-8 weeks of paid short-term disability for business professionals who give birth; paid holidays; paid volunteer day; discretionary bonuses (if bonus eligible); adoption assistance; healthcare, dependent care, and transportation pre-tax reimbursement accounts; back-up child and elder care program; education and college advising program; virtual tutoring; wellbeing programs and activities; mass transit program (certain offices); travel assistance program; 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost. (Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

One Of Our Greatest Strengths Is a Friendly, Cooperative Culture That Values And Appreciates Each Individual. Dorsey Has Received External Recognition For Our Welcoming Workplace, Including

• Mansfield Certification Plus (Diversity Lab)
• Best Law Firms for Women (National Association of Female Executives and Flex-Time Lawyers)
• 100% rating on the Corporate Equality Index (Human Rights Campaign)
• Gold Standard Certification (Women in Law Empowerment Forum)
• Top 100 Adoption-Friendly Workplace (Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption)
  
  

Reasonable Accommodations

Dorsey is committed to providing disability and religious-based reasonable accommodations, as well as menopause, pregnancy or lactation-related reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process, or if you have questions about a workplace reasonable accommodation, please contact us at 612-492-5178.

How To Apply

Dorsey & Whitney LLP accepts online applications. Please go to the “Careers” section of the Dorsey website at www.dorsey.com/staffjobs and complete Dorsey’s online application form. We are unable to accept application materials by mail or email.

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is an EEO/AAP/Disabled Vets Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.

Dorsey & Whitney LLP participates in E-Verify.

The pay range for this position in Minnesota and Colorado only is $31.00 to $57.00.

This range represents Dorsey’s good faith estimate of likely compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will be dependent upon a number of factors, including the candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills and location and may fall outside of the range indicated.

Dorsey estimates it will accept applications through June 30, 2025.

Please note that Dorsey is not currently accepting search firm submissions in connection with this opening.

Office Location:

Denver, CO

Minneapolis, MN

Salt Lake City, SLC

Seniority level

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  Entry level

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• Employment type

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  Legal

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