Paralegal- Litigation and Trademarks

International Dairy Queen, Inc.•Bloomington, MN

3d•$35 - $42•Hybrid

About The Position

This role provides support to the Senior Legal Manager, Attorneys in the Legal Department, and other internal personnel in handling in the litigation and dispute management process, franchisee post-termination process, trademark prosecution, and trademark and infringement research. The Paralegal – Litigation & Trademarks develops and maintains litigation and trademark knowledge and expertise to ensure effective support.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, Paralegal certificate, or equivalent experience is required
Minimum of 3 years of experience at a law firm, in-house corporate legal department, or equivalent legal experience.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate procedures and requirements to a variety of audiences.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and working knowledge of Adobe Acrobat Pro software
Strong ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple projects and requests simultaneously.
Well organized with a high attention to detail and accuracy.
Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external clients.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience with litigation and/or trademarks strongly preferred.
knowledge of Smart Sheet software preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist attorneys and senior legal staff with all aspects of litigation and dispute management, including document production, coordination with outside counsel, scheduling, maintaining files, tracking, and litigation holds.
Conduct internal fact-finding related to requests for information, subpoenas, garnishments and EEOC claims, and draft initial responses for review by senior legal staff or attorney.
Support attorneys and senior legal staff with trademark-related issues, including domain monitoring and research for trademark infringement and enforcement, preparing cease and desist letters, and following up and tracking status.
Work with brand protection vendor to analyze and remove online infringing content.
Assist attorneys and senior legal staff with trademark prosecution, including renewal evidence and documentation, file management, watch notices and internal and external trademark lists.
Handle franchise post-termination process, including de-identification, accounts receivable, collection efforts with outside agencies and non-compete issues.
Initial drafting of letters and agreements at request of attorneys and senior legal staff.
Assist attorneys and senior legal staff with special projects as required, including projects requiring detailed review of large numbers of contracts, projects related to documentation and projects involving process improvement.
Input data, ensure accuracy of information and maintain, develop, and improve various tracking and reporting mechanisms for litigation and trademarks as necessary.
Provide overall support and assistance to attorneys and senior legal staff.