Trademark Paralegal II
About The Position
Finnegan is seeking a Trademark Paralegal II for its Washington, DC office. The position uses knowledge of trademark legal concepts and procedures to assist attorneys and staff with deadline monitoring, filing preparation, correspondence, and client and vendor invoices. The paralegal handles domestic and international trademark matters, litigation and TTAB support, research, document production, and trial preparation. The role also provides guidance to junior paralegals and other staff, takes on increasing responsibility with experience, and contributes to department projects and evolving technology and process initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of related experience.
- At least 4 years of relevant experience in trademark and copyright matters.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the litigation process and e-discovery.
- Demonstrated knowledge of e-discovery concepts, including litigation holds, data preservation, and chain of custody.
- Knowledge of TTAB and court procedures, methods, practices, and applications.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
- Ability to maintain an extensive docket and manage multiple projects.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and work well under deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved school.
- Litigation and TTAB experience.
- Trial experience.
- Experience with database programs and document management systems.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and file USPTO and TTAB documents, including pleadings, correspondence, and prosecution filings.
- Manage deadlines for domestic and international trademark matters, ensuring timely execution and follow-up.
- Conduct trademark clearance searches and analyze results for potential conflicts.
- Coordinate with international counsel and draft correspondence related to global trademark filings.
- Review and reconcile client and vendor bills for accuracy and compliance with firm and client guidelines.
- Assist with document productions, including coordinating attorney review and working with vendors.
- Maintain litigation directories, deposition files, and databases; organize materials and create exhibit lists.
- Support deposition and trial preparation, including witness coordination and attendance at proceedings.
- Assist with court filings, including cite checking, Bluebook citation review, and assembling exhibits.
- Perform factual and legal research using online databases and other resources.
- Conduct product and company investigations and draft findings for trademark enforcement.
- Stay current on trademark laws, TTAB procedures, litigation practices, and emerging technologies.
- Participate in training, cross-training, and skill development initiatives.
- Embrace new technologies and processes to meet evolving client demands.
- Provide guidance and act as a resource to junior Trademark Paralegals, Trademark Research Paralegals, and other staff as needed.
- Assume progressive responsibilities within assigned work as experience is gained.
- Assist with department projects and perform other work-related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits dependent on the position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
