Paralegal - Trademark

Davis Wright Tremaine • New York, NY

107d • $100,000 - $140,000 • Remote

About The Position

This is an exciting opportunity to work for one of the top law firms in the U.S.! Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is looking for a Paralegal - Trademark to join our team in our New York or Washington D.C. office(s). This position offers the flexibility to be fully remote. We prefer a candidate who can work in the New York office a few times a week - but are open to well-qualified remote candidates in reasonable commuting distance to our New York or Washington D.C. offices. Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is a full service law firm with offices across the United States. The New York Office is looking for an experienced paralegal to support its trademark practice. Primarily responsible for managing and maintaining client trademark portfolios (domestic and foreign) of varying sizes for many well-known national companies, including major media brands. This position is responsible for providing project management and paralegal support to attorneys who practice in the area of trademark law. This position requires an ability to work independently as well as in a team environment with attorneys and other staff members. At Davis Wright Tremaine, you will find challenging assignments, opportunities for professional growth and community involvement, and a culture of inclusion. DWT fosters inclusiveness and authenticity. Regardless of position, everyone here has a voice and the support is unparalleled.

Requirements

• 5+ years of paralegal experience is required.
• Prior experience with trademark prosecution, trademark enforcement, and/or trademark litigation is strongly required.
• Bachelor's degree and completion of paralegal program of study, or clear demonstration of equivalent knowledge and skill is strongly preferred.
• Highly developed skills in time and task management.
• Highly developed attention to detail and excellence in all firm's work product and client service.
• Post-college level writing and oral communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office computerized business applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook) for the creation and editing of complex documents, spreadsheets, and electronic mail.
• Proficiency in the use of computerized legal research and document retention databases for performance of fact and legal research and effective management of complex evidence and case files.
• Advanced proficiency in docketing software.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of U.S. trademark prosecution and maintenance, including preparing, filing and docketing trademark applications.
• Prepare responses to PTO office actions.
• Prepare and file renewals and declarations of use, collecting evidence of use for prosecution, maintenance and conflict matters.
• Draft client correspondence, record assignments and other documents, copyright searching and filing.
• Instruct and work with foreign counsel on clearance, trademark filings, office actions, renewals and other prosecution and conflict matters.
• Monitor and assist with enforcement activities related to protected brands, including docketing and tracking of deadlines and action items.
• Investigate possible trademark infringement, assist with drafting cease & desist letters, and drafting of documents for filing with the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board.
• Perform internet research projects and other special projects on an as-needed basis.
• Perform and review trademark and copyright searches.
• Generate and edit status reports.
• Provide support to trademark practitioners in other offices as needed.
• Identify and document standard operating procedures.

Benefits

• Choice of health and vision insurance plans.
• 2 paid volunteer days for qualifying community service work.
• Dental plan.
• Fertility and adoption benefit.
• Paid sabbatical after 13 years of service.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Commuter benefits.
• Retirement contribution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree