Trademark Paralegal

Position Summary As a Trademark Paralegal at Wilson Sonsini, you’ll support innovative companies in tech and life sciences, helping protect the brands behind breakthrough technologies. You’ll work on cutting‑edge matters in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment with deep IP expertise. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Communicate with attorneys and clients regarding trademark clearance, prosecution, deadlines, renewals, and maintenance matters Prepare and send client communications, reports, and trademark status updates (quarterly or upon request) Coordinate with clients to collect supporting documents, signed forms, and specimens Review marketing materials and websites for acceptable trademark specimens Conduct preliminary trademark clearance searches using USPTO, commercial databases (e.g., SAEGIS, TrademarkNow), AI tools, and foreign office resources Order and track comprehensive trademark searches from vendors Prepare, file and maintain applications and registrations before the USPTO (Sections8,9,15; Statements of Use; Renewals; Extensions; Assignments; POAs) Draft and file non‑substantive responses to Office Actions for attorney review Report USPTO and foreign office notices (publication, allowance) to clients Communicate with foreign counsel regarding searches, filings, prosecution, and maintenance Assist in planning and executing global trademark registration strategies Coordinate legalization of documents and obtain signatures for foreign filings Manage deadlines and docket items for U.S. and foreign applications and registrations, and maintain accurate records in WebTMS Prepare and manage trademark watch notices and subscriptions Oversee file transfers (intake and outbound), including docket and document reviews Assist with preparing and filing TTAB actions (oppositions, cancellations, appeals) and UDRP complaints; gather supporting materials for enforcement proceedings File and prosecute U.S. copyright applications; assist with copyright assignment documentation Assist clients with U.S. Customs and Border Protection trademark recordation Perform related duties as assigned or directed by supervisor Maintain compliance with all firm policies and procedures Education and/or Work Experience Requirements A college degree and/or paralegal certificate 4+ years of experience as a trademark paralegal Stellar project management and organizational skills Great attention to detail and ability to multitask Good judgment, intuition, and problem‑solving skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Reliable and dependable Client‑focused mindset Professional and composed under pressure in fast‑paced environments Ability to learn quickly and work effectively and efficiently with clients, attorneys, and staff across offices Proficiency in WebTMS and filing with USPTO Knowledge of U.S. and international trademark prosecution rules and procedures Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed Compensation The anticipated pay range for this position is $56.31–$76.19 per hour in Palo Alto and SanFrancisco; $53.50–$72.38 per hour in Seattle. Compensation may include overtime and a discretionary year‑end merit bonus based on performance. Benefits information is available upon request. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). #J-18808-Ljbffr Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, Professional Corporation