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

An established industry player is seeking a Trademark Paralegal to join their dynamic team in Salt Lake City. This role involves collaborating with attorneys to navigate U.S. and international trademark prosecution, ensuring accuracy in trademark portfolios, and drafting essential documents. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a thorough understanding of trademark legal procedures. Join a collaborative environment that values individual contributions and offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement. If you are passionate about intellectual property and thrive under pressure, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Parental Leave

Discretionary Bonuses

Employee Assistance Program

Education and College Advising Program

Wellbeing Programs

Mass Transit Program

Qualifications

• Experience in trademark prosecution and familiarity with intellectual property.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in trademark prosecution and client communication.
• Manage trademark portfolios and maintain accurate files.

Skills

Trademark Legal Procedures

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Paralegal Program Completion

Tools

Foundation IP

U.S. Trademark Office Online Databases

International Trademark Online Databases

Job description

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 AmLaw 100 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 April 21, 2025.

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

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Office Location:
Denver, CO
Minneapolis, MN
Salt Lake City, SLC