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Title : Trademark Paralegal

Location : California - Menlo Park
Refer to Job # LZAT753466


Trademark Paralegal The candidate will be conducting pre-screening trademark searches, assisting in preparation of U.S. trademark applications, statements of use, extensions, affidavits, and renewal applications. Assisting with the prosecution of global trademark portfolios for clients, including handling certain aspects of U.S. and foreign trademark prosecution and maintenance and corresponding with foreign associates. Responsible for working with trademark attorneys and other paralegals to maintain trademark prosecution files. Conduct Patent and Trademark Office ("PTO") searches and follow up investigative research regarding potential trademark infringements. Process and analyze all trademark related mail and docket of U.S. and foreign trademark deadlines. Assist in executing electronic and paper trademark filings with the PTO. Correspond with foreign trademark counsel, and coordinate the legalization of documents for foreign jurisdictions. Assist attorneys with trademark due diligence and other tasks related to mergers, acquisitions, trademark licensing and other transactional matters. Complete various administrative tasks, such as the daily entry of time into the Firm's billing system. Assist clients in maintaining and managing trademark files; including updating database for trademarks, copyrights and domain name matters; generate and edit status reports for clients. Communicate with attorneys and clients regarding upcoming deadlines. Execute assignments, changes of name and/or address as necessary. Assist attorneys and other firm paralegals with due diligence, including electronically filing Trademark and Copyright Security Agreements and Releases. Oversee, organize, and maintain electronic files relating to domain name and trademark portfolios, including electronically saving email correspondence. Review incoming correspondence, including paper and emails, and take necessary action. Follow the ethical requirements as set forth by the Rules of Professional Conduct of the State and California Business and Professions Code, Section 6450 et. seq. The candidate should have a bachelor's degree and/or ABA Approved Paralegal Certificate. 5+ years of experience as a Trademark prosecution paralegal is required. Knowledge of Patent and Trademark Office trademark rules and procedures is a must. Must have knowledge of PATTSY, CPI or similar trademark docketing system. Familiarity with Coresearch, SAEGIS or similar trademark screening search tools is crucial. Should have knowledge and understanding of legal principles and practices. Strong working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat. Familiarity with PowerPoint is a plus. Strong oral and written communications skills are desired.
 
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