Paralegal II

An international law firm, is actively recruiting an experienced paralegal to join its Intellectual Property practice group. The **Trademark Paralegal** will coordinate and monitor all aspects of intellectual property practice as it relates to trademark under the supervision of the firms Intellectual Property lawyers. **RESPONSIBILITIES and ACCOUNTABILITIES** Generates revenue by meeting billable hour and other timekeeping expectations set forth by the firm. Proactively secures billable work, which may require working across teams and offices. Maintains current and accurate daily time log; inputs time records into firm's time and accounting systems according to firm and outside counsel guidelines. Prepares simple and complex trademark filings to be made with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Processes U.S. Patent and Trademark Office communications and coordinates with attorneys; handles communicating with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office both telephonically and through filings to ensure that all documents are handled correctly. Maintains and monitors docket for U.S. and foreign trademark applications and registered trademarks, including any and all due dates and deadlines; communicates with lawyers and performs necessary tasks in a timely fashion; communicates with foreign associates directly concerning client trademark applications/prosecution requirements; collaborates with IP Docket team. Reviews and prepares materials for trademark attorneys for upcoming client meetings, including PowerPoint presentations and appropriate documentation; developing presentations to clients concerning the handling of their cases, transfer of cases, docketing and trademark prosecution etc. Communicates with clients as appropriate. Stays current about new Trademark Office Rules and filing procedures (EFT filings), alerts lawyers of new procedures and rules relating to intellectual property practice and attends appropriate training classes offered by USPTO and other governmental bodies. Performs special projects as assigned. *EEO/drug-free workplace/E-Verify participant/Veteran/Disability.* #J-18808-Ljbffr