Trademark Paralegal
About The Position
At Dinsmore, our strength comes from our people. With more than 750 attorneys across 30+ offices nationwide, we are dedicated to building a dynamic, client-focused Firm recognized for excellence. Together we work to build a strong market profile, highlighting our capabilities to clients and attracting talented attorneys and business professionals who seek a supportive environment where they can thrive. Discover how you can grow with us at www.dinsmore.com. Dinsmore is seeking a Trademark Paralegal at our Cincinnati, OH location. The position is responsible for providing paralegal support to the attorneys in the Intellectual Property Department.
Requirements
- General knowledge of intellectual property filing and prosecution rules/regulations is required
- High attention to detail and accuracy of work
- Superior verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work professionally and confidentially with a variety of personalities from all levels of an organization.
- Proven organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Independent, action-oriented thinker who will successfully undertake and complete projects and major tasks with limited supervision and work with other practice assistants as a team
- Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence and professionalism
- Communicate effectively and professionally (verbal and written)
- Must be dependable and hardworking team player
- Ability to prioritize work
- Must have a college degree, paralegal certificate, or relevant work experience
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency with the USPTO’s online tools, including Trademark Electronic Application System (TEAS) and online tools of the Assignment Branch and the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB), preferred
- Domestic and foreign filing experience preferred
- Experience with Anaqua docketing system preferred
- Two or more years of trademark experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Correspond with foreign associates regarding searching, filing, maintaining, and enforcing trademarks of our clients
- Search trademark registrations in USPTO and various foreign trademark offices
- Conduct research to gather and store information regarding use of trademarks for enforcement and maintenance
- Review and revise affidavits/declarations/oppositions to ensure accuracy and completeness of client information
- Prepare, file, and monitor trademark applications
- Draft responses to office actions
- Draft oppositions to applications for conflicting trademarks
- Draft affidavits of use and file with the USPTO
- Draft renewal applications
- Prepare and/or obtain documents for legalization
- Review and organize files, reviewing docket for deadlines
- Assist with copyright filings
- Assist with preparing trademark-related agreements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
