Trademark Paralegal

$62,400 - $66,560/Yr

Infobahn Softworld - Montgomery, NJ

posted 4 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Montgomery, NJ
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Trademark Paralegal position at Infobahn Softworld Inc. is a contract role that requires a motivated and detail-oriented individual to support the Trademark Department. The primary responsibilities include reviewing various forms of content such as packaging, websites, advertising copy, and social media to ensure compliance with trademark regulations. The paralegal will execute both domestic and international trademark screenings and searches online, conducting initial reviews of search results to assess the availability and scope of potential trademark rights. This role also involves conducting preliminary analyses of basic trademark and copyright issues, providing recommendations to in-house counsel, and educating business partners on proper trademark usage and the processes for clearing and protecting new trademarks. In addition to these responsibilities, the Trademark Paralegal will maintain and update relevant documents, guidelines, and procedures within the Trademark Department, initiating revisions based on evolving business needs. The role requires maintaining trademark portfolio management databases, which includes data entry, docket review, and preparing reports for attorneys and business units. The paralegal will also provide support and due diligence in connection with transactional matters and assist in managing both U.S. and foreign trademark portfolios, including clearance, prosecution, maintenance, and enforcement. Strong organizational and planning skills are essential, along with excellent written and oral communication abilities. The candidate must be capable of handling multiple tasks and projects under tight deadlines and should be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and online research.

Responsibilities

  • Review packaging, websites, advertising copy, social media content, and evidence of use, liaising with business partners regarding the same.
  • Execute domestic and international trademark screening and searching online, conducting initial reviews of search results to determine availability and scope of potential rights.
  • Conduct preliminary analysis of basic trademark and copyright issues and make recommendations to in-house counsel regarding such matters.
  • Educate business partners regarding proper trademark use and the processes for clearing and protecting new trademarks.
  • Maintain and update relevant Trademark Department documents, guidelines, and procedures, initiating revisions based on business needs.
  • Maintain trademark portfolio management databases, including data entry, docket review, and preparation of reports for attorneys and business units.
  • Provide support and due diligence in connection with transactional matters.
  • Assist in management of U.S. and foreign trademark portfolios, including clearance, prosecution, maintenance, and enforcement.

Requirements

  • Minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required.
  • 2+ years experience as a trademark paralegal preferred.
  • Strong organizational and planning skills are required.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills are necessary.
  • Ability to handle numerous tasks and projects within tight deadlines is required.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel) is required.
  • Experience with Saegis is preferred.
  • Online research skills are required.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in managing U.S. and foreign trademark portfolios for at least 3 years is preferred.
  • Experience in conducting preliminary analysis of basic trademark issues for at least 3 years is preferred.
  • Experience in domestic and international trademark screening for at least 3 years is preferred.

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
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