Trademark Analyst

Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP•New York, NY

7d•$30 - $46•Hybrid

About The Position

Kilpatrick, a large international law firm, is seeking a Trademark Analyst for its Intellectual Property Department in its New York or Los Angeles office. This position will be part of a team of attorneys, paralegals, and support staff providing a high level of service to both internal and external clients. At Kilpatrick, the firm operates as one team where each person plays an integral role in serving the needs of clients. The firm has a strong dedication to its employees, values, and commitment to the community. Under the general supervision of department attorneys, client teams, and paralegals, trademark analysts work as part of a team to provide legal services for clients. Principal responsibilities include providing trademark prosecution, administrative, and billable support to trademark client teams.

Requirements

Four-year degree or equivalent experience
Strong Windows based computer skills.
Must be highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (including advanced Excel skills with mastery over formulas and other Excel features for handling complex tasks) and database entry and maintenance
Organize information efficiently and creatively
Strong attention to detail; excellent grammar and proofreading skills
Excellent organizational ability, including the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, and a willingness to be pro-active in communicating deadlines, issues and other information to enable the team to function efficiently; ability to work with a team
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work well under pressure
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to multitask effectively
Honesty, confidentiality, and ethical conduct
Availability for after hours and weekend work, as needed

Nice To Haves

Prior knowledge of Microsoft OneDrive and SharePoint a plus

Responsibilities

Performs trademark prosecution and enforcement tasks including but not limited to: Review official notices and registrations for accuracy, Assist with powers of attorneys and legalizations, Assist with change of address and chain of titles filings, Draft reporting and reminder letters to clients and foreign counsel, Create and maintain real-time tracking spreadsheets of active prosecution, enforcement and dispute matters, Assist with post-registration maintenance, including research of use/specimens and conduct related use analysis, Investigate online trademark use by third parties and prepare client reports, Update client docket databases with prosecution/enforcement/disputes updates and manages related documents, Maintain prosecution/enforcement/disputes status updates charts and assist with preparing weekly client meeting agendas, Work on various other trademark projects as needed, both administrative and legal.