Trademark Paralegal

Fish & Richardson P.C.•Boston, MA

89d•$68,000 - $97,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Fish & Richardson is seeking a Trademark Paralegal to join its fast-paced Practice Systems Department and support the firm’s Trademark team. The role handles U.S. and international trademark prosecution and maintenance work, client and foreign-associate communications, and related special projects. The position requires working in the office three days per month.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience as a Trademark Paralegal or equivalent experience involving both U.S. and foreign trademark prosecution.
Familiarity with TTAB proceedings, copyright filings, and UDRP actions.
Experience with worldwide trademark laws and procedures, including WIPO filings.
Ability to meet the paralegal 1300-hour billing metric.
Training in conducting preliminary trademark searches.
Ability to work in the office 3 days per month.

Responsibilities

Prepare and file documents for the prosecution and maintenance of U.S. trademarks using the U.S. PTO’s ETEAS filing system.
Prepare and file documents for the prosecution and maintenance of Madrid-based filings with WIPO.
Communicate with clients about filing application requirements, trademark maintenance, and reviewing evidence of use required for trademark documents.
Correspond directly with foreign associates on routine trademark prosecution, opposition, cancellation, and maintenance matters.
Handle or assist with special projects, including copyright applications, customs recordation, UDRP actions, client website review, and domain name registration.