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Title : Trademark Paralegal

Location : California - Palo Alto
Refer to Job # YFVE792087

This firm is very strong in most practice groups, and in our opinion is an excellent firm to work for. The firm has a long history, and has managed to draw some well-known political figures into its partnership ranks. The associates we have spoken with at this firm describe it as a good place to work and for the most part the associates working here believe that the partners are friendly and accessible. Additionally, the people who work at this firm are all fairly friendly; however, some associates we have spoken with have told us that there appears to be an air of formality to their friendliness. While the Firm does not always get high marks for diversity, much of that has changed in recent years. Additionally, this firm consistently ranks near the top for quality of life issues and the associates who work here all seem to be fairly enthusiastic about the quality of life of the firm. This firm compensates its associates very well, and there are few complaints about compensation issues. While the firm does have a flex time program, many of the associates we have spoken with do not appear that pleased with the program and believe it could use improvement. We should note that one thing that is notable about this firm is that it does appear very well positioned at most times because it is consistently able to generate work and keep its associates in most departments busy.
Trademark Paralegal The candidate will assist attorneys and staff in the delivery of quality legal services to clients in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Will prepare domestic trademark applications, renewals, extensions of time, affidavits of use, etc. for some clients. Prosecute and maintain foreign trademark applications and registrations. Prosecute oppositions / cancellations / investigations in connection with foreign trademarks. Gather evidence and related materials. Prepare computer reports regarding worldwide status of marks. Prepare and record name changes, assignments, foreign use and registration Undertakings and Prior Right Agreements. Responsible for international clearance searching and drafting opinion letters. Create and maintain trademark databases and extranet sites. Monitor foreign trademark law developments, update related database regarding same. Manage Knock-Out searching to initially determine non-availability of marks. Assist attorneys in prosecution and maintenance of US trademark applications and registrations including applications, renewals, extensions of time, statements of use, section 8&15 affidavits. Assist attorneys in preparation of documentation for US office action responses and/or oppositions. Docket records for all trademark matters (including US litigation). Prepare quarterly, six month and annual computer docket/status reports for some clients. Review and approve invoices. Liaise with clients concerning the foregoing. Attend conferences and/or informational meetings regarding new trademark laws and policies. Meet with foreign associates in our office to discuss client matters and receive new law information. Handle other projects as assigned by the Office Administrator. The candidate should have Bachelor's degree or relevant work experience. Must have 2+ years of work experience in a law firm environment, or related professional experience. Thorough knowledge of trademark docketing procedures is required. Thorough knowledge of US and foreign trademark prosecution procedures and PTO rules and forms is essential. Familiarity with procedures for billable time in time tracking program such as CD Entry, CPI docketing program, and Filesite a plus. Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel and electronic filing with the USPTO is required. Ability to proofread material for contextual, grammatical, typographical or spelling errors is needed. Should have interpersonal skills necessary to communicate in person, by email and telephone and follow instructions effectively from a diverse group of clients, attorneys and staff and provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact. Work may require more than 35 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position and may require irregular hours.

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