Trademark Paralegal

Cognition IP • San Francisco, CA

93d

About The Position

Are you an experienced Trademark Paralegal looking for a dynamic opportunity with a tech-enabled intellectual property law firm? We're a growing firm specializing in patents and trademarks, and we're seeking a skilled Contract Trademark Paralegal to join our team. If you have a passion for IP law and thrive in a collaborative, innovative environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as a Trademark Paralegal at an Intellectual Property law firm.
• Strong understanding of trademark prosecution processes and USPTO procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with legal software and docketing systems.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with clients and colleagues.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to your work.

Nice To Haves

• International applicants are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Sending introductory emails to potential clients inquiring about trademark services.
• Responding to potential client inquiries as needed.
• Tracking potential clients who opted not to file and re-engaging them when appropriate.
• Creating new client records in our firm portal.
• Generating trust invoices for trademark application filings.
• Sending welcome emails to new clients with attached trust invoices and notifying them of forthcoming engagement letter e-signature requests.
• Populating applicant/owner and mark information.
• Selecting and drafting goods/services (with attorney recommendations).
• Uploading specimens and dates of use.
• Uploading specimens and dates of use for Statement of Use Preparation.
• Amending/deleting goods/services (with attorney recommendations).
• Preparing Section 8/15 Trademark Maintenance or Section 9 Trademark Renewals.
• Managing and tracking trademark docket deadlines.
• Sending timely reminders to clients regarding deadlines and invoice payments.
• Tracking and setting up WIPO deadlines.

Benefits

• Flexible contract opportunity to work with a forward-thinking firm.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees