Trademark Paralegal

Join Top Tier Reps in partnership with a prestigious Am 100 law firm as we seek a dedicated Trademark Paralegal to support our local Intellectual Property & Technology (IP&T) practitioners and the national IP&T Practice Group. Reporting directly to the Practice Group Leader, this role offers a dynamic opportunity to excel in trademark prosecution and portfolio management while contributing to a high-caliber legal team. If you’re a detail-oriented professional with solid law firm experience and a passion for intellectual property law, this is your chance to advance your career.

Key Benefits

• Join a collaborative, high-performing legal team with national prominence
• Develop deep expertise in trademark prosecution and IP portfolio management
• Benefit from direct mentorship by the IP&T Practice Group Leader
• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus potential
• Enjoy a hybrid work model with flexibility across multiple major cities
   

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file U.S. trademark documents with the USPTO, including applications, responses to office actions, and maintenance filings
• Conduct trademark screening searches on third-party platforms and perform common law searches
• Manage routine client communications related to trademark prosecution and maintenance
• Assist with Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) filings and prepare WIPO trademark documents
• Coordinate with foreign counsel on international trademark applications and maintenance
• Conduct due diligence for trademark portfolios and file customs registrations with U.S. Customs and Border Protection
• Support trademark enforcement matters, including coordinating with foreign counsel on oppositions and disputes
• Monitor attorney dockets to ensure timely management of deadlines
   

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 4–10 years of experience in a trademark department, with a strong focus on trademark prosecution
• Exceptional writing, editing, research, organizational, and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, document management software, and timekeeping software
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple tasks, and work overtime or weekends as needed
• Professional demeanor with meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills
• Willingness to provide direction and training to junior team members
• Excellent client service skills

Preferred:

• Experience with copyright registration
• Prior experience in a large or nationally recognized law firm
• Familiarity with TTAB proceedings or international trademark filings

Salary & Benefits

• Base Salary: $90,000 – $110,000
• Bonus: Performance-based annual bonus eligibility
• Work Setup: Hybrid (combination of in-office and remote work)
• Perks & Benefits:
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer contributions
  • Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
  • Additional firm benefits (disclosed during interviews)

Additional Information

• This role does not offer visa sponsorship
• Candidates with unstable or frequently changing employment histories will not be considered
• Position requires flexibility for overtime and occasional travel
• Only qualified candidates will be contacted
• Role offers significant opportunities for long-term career advancement