Trademark Paralegal - 1580280

Hybrid Trademark Paralegal Needed in Chicago!

Salary 80-85K

If you meet the qualifications below, APPLY NOW!

Job Title:Trademark Paralegal Department:

Reports to:Trademark Paralegal Coordinator

Job Summary: A Trademark Paralegal manages trademark and copyright deadlines, documents, and inquiries from USPTO, foreign associates, and clients.

Responsibilities:

Reviews daily docket report for actions due; provides reminders to responsible attorneys before the due date with consideration for sufficient response time; confirms actions taken. Updates records accordingly

Sends reminders regarding upcoming actions due to clients and foreign associates

Performs routine status inquiries and updates records accordingly

Reviews all incoming mail from USPTO/USCO, foreign associates, and clients; process as appropriate: o Dockets and /or prepares and sends response correspondence

Prepares and timely files US trademark, copyright, domain name applications, maintenance, and renewal documents

Corresponds with foreign associates regarding the application, maintenance, and renewal of trademarks

Conducts preliminary online searches for potential trademarks and reports findings to a responsible attorney; orders comprehensive search reports summarizes findings, and forwards summary reports to a responsible attorney

Generates cost estimate reports for filing foreign applications and forwards them to the responsible attorney

Prepares status reports for attorneys and clients and client activity summaries upon request

Miscellaneous attorney requests (research, reports, contacting IPO offices, etc.)

Processes invoices Required Skills and Abilities:

Strong knowledge of USPTO trademark practices and procedures

Strong knowledge of international trademark practices and procedures, including the Madrid Protocol. Accurate, conscientious, meticulous, and pro-active

Willingness and ability to complete all tasks, including photocopying and other administrative duties

Ability to work with both attorney and secretary personalities

Ability to work as a cooperative member of the prosecution team

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Ability to multi-task Dedicated to meeting deadlines

Ability to work independently and manage one's time effectively

Education and Experience:

Bachelors Degree preferred, but at least 3 years of experience in the specific field will suffice

Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved paralegal program or equivalent work experience

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Must be able to lift up to 5 pounds at times

Work in the office three days a week.

The Ursitti Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. McAndrews makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.