Trademark Paralegal (Intellectual Property)

OVERVIEW: Duane Morris LLP, a global law firm with 900 + attorneys in offices across the U.S. and around the world, offers innovative solutions to the legal and business challenges presented by today's evolving global markets.

SUMMARY: Our Trademark practice provides clients with strategic day-to-day counselling regarding selection, procurement, registration, licensing and enforcement of their trademarks and copyrights on a worldwide level. The paralegal will work closely with multiple attorneys to prosecute, maintain and manage trademarks for our global client base.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conducts preliminary trademark searches
• Prosecutes U.S. and foreign trademark applications
• Maintains U.S. and foreign trademark registrations
• Coordinates with foreign counsel to establish, maintain, and enforce trademark portfolios
• Assists attorneys with opposition and cancellation proceedings
• Regularly provides our clients with status updates

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate with a minimum of 5 years of experience managing a large trademark (foreign and domestic) portfolio
• Prior experience drafting trademark applications and e-filing documents required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with minimal supervision

BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, vision, and prescription plans.
• Commuter, HSA and FSA spending accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance coverage
• 401k and Pension Plan
• 22 PTO days, 11 paid holidays
• Employee Referral Bonus ($3,000.00)