Senior Trademark Paralegal

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Execute thorough trademark clearance searches utilizing platforms such as Corsearch, CompuMark, TM TKO, or similar tools.

• Create and present professional search reports that include risk analysis and recommendations for prosecution.

• Conduct knockout and comprehensive clearance searches across federal, state, and common law records in the U.S.

• Collaborate with international associates to coordinate clearance searches as necessary.

• Draft responses to USPTO Office Actions, addressing issues such as likelihood of confusion refusals, descriptiveness refusals, and identification of goods/services challenges.

• Prepare and submit trademark applications, statements of use, extensions of time, renewals (Sections 8, 9, 15), and other maintenance filings.

• Track application status and deadlines while coordinating strategy and responses with attorneys.

• Prepare and submit Letters of Protest when applicable.

• Support TTAB proceedings by preparing filings for oppositions, cancellations, and extension requests.

• Conduct research to support enforcement actions, including use investigations and cease-and-desist correspondence.

• Organize and maintain litigation files, preparing document productions and chronologies as required.

• Draft and coordinate watch notices and infringement summaries for client review.

• Manage active trademark portfolios for multiple clients concurrently.

• Communicate directly with clients and foreign associates about status, strategy, and deadlines.

• Identify potential issues regarding deadlines or procedures and escalate them as needed.

• Maintain precise records within Alt Legal's docketing system and client-specific platforms.

• Collaborate closely with Alt Legal Assist's paralegal and docketing teams while regularly interacting with attorney contacts at client firms.

• Independently handle day-to-day tasks while ensuring the delivery of accurate, deadline-ready work products.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of trademark paralegal experience within a law firm or IP services setting.

• Direct experience in drafting Office Action responses, including handling refusals based on substantive grounds.

• Proficient in conducting and interpreting trademark clearance searches.

• Familiarity with USPTO procedures, TMEP guidelines, and TTAB regulations.

• Excellent written communication skills, capable of drafting clearly and concisely with minimal revisions from attorneys.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines and client matters simultaneously.

• Comfortable working in a remote, technology-driven environment.

• Preferred: Experience with international trademark prosecution and collaboration with foreign associates.

• Preferred: Background in supporting TTAB matters or other IP litigation.

• Preferred: Familiarity with time-tracking and project management tools (e.g., Harvest, ClickUp).

• Preferred: Possession of a paralegal certificate or a relevant undergraduate degree.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

• Flexible working hours and remote work options.

• Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs.

• Collaborative and supportive work environment.