Trademark Paralegal

Abercrombie and Fitch Co.•Columbus, OH

4h•Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a Paralegal to join the Abercrombie & Fitch Legal team and provide support on a broad range of matters related to the Company’s Intellectual Property. This Paralegal will be an integral member of the legal team and will report to the Lead IP Paralegal while also fulfilling duties relating to the IP Trademark Attorneys. This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs. The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, YPB, abercrombie kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates over 750 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com. At Abercrombie & Fitch Co., we lead with purpose and always put our people first. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.

Requirements

3-5+ years of paralegal or administrative experience
Detail oriented with strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Effective management of competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume, environment
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Strong communication skills
Highly proficient in multi-tasking, prioritization, organization, and succinct and business friendly verbal and written communication
Ability to engage in different substantive aspects of the business everyday
Ability to deal with sensitive and confidential information with diplomacy and discretion

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or related experience preferred

Responsibilities

Perform a high volume of domestic and international clearance searches
Analyze watch notices and search reports
Review products and marketing materials for IP issues
Assist with filing and prosecution of trademark and copyright applications
Investigate potential infringements
Maintain internal IP charts and databases
Prepare draft correspondence and documents for attorney review
Communicate with and advise in-house clients
Assist with other IP, project-based, and administrative matters as needed

Benefits

Incentive bonus program
401(K) savings plan with company match
Annual companywide review process
Flexible spending accounts
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Associate assistance program
Paid parental and adoption leave
Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
Paid Caregiver Leave
Mobile Stipend
Paid time off and one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles and six work from anywhere weeks per year)
Seven associate wellness half days per year
Merchandise discount on all of our brands
Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!