Paralegal - Legal Billing

Merchant & Gould , one of the nation's premier intellectual property law firms, is seeking a Trademark Legal Assistant. The salary range for this position is $55,000–$85,000, based on experience and geographical location.

We are seeking an experienced Trademark Legal Assistant to support 2–3 trademark attorneys in all aspects of U.S. and international trademark prosecution, TTAB opposition and cancellation proceedings, and trademark portfolio management. This position requires a highly organized, proactive professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and serves as a trusted partner to attorneys by managing dockets, coordinating client communications, monitoring deadlines, and ensuring matters progress efficiently. Experience supporting TTAB opposition/cancellation proceedings and trademark litigation is strongly preferred.

In order to perform one (1) or more essential functions of this role, a minimum of three (3) days in the office is required.

S. and international trademark prosecution and post‑registration maintenance.

Prepare prosecution forms, filing estimates, status reports, Office Action reporting emails, post‑registration correspondence, and Change of Address/Representation filings.

Conduct foreign status checks, communicate with foreign associates, and coordinate international correspondence.

TTAB Opposition & Litigation Support

Draft templates for discovery requests, motions, pleadings, and other TTAB filings.

Support trademark litigation matters as assigned.

Review incoming USPTO and docketing correspondence, route deadline‑sensitive matters appropriately, and maintain personal docket tracking records.

Billing, Client Service & Administrative Support

Record daily time entries and assist attorneys with billing, proformas, invoices, and foreign associate billing.

Update client information in Legal Tracker, WebTMS, Anaqua, and other client systems as needed.

Serve as a backup to other members of the Trademark Legal Support Team.

Participate in department projects, process improvements, and file maintenance initiatives.

Assist with training and mentoring newer legal assistants.

Review work for accuracy and compliance with firm policies and perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum of 5 years of trademark legal assistant experience, preferably in an intellectual property law firm.

trademark litigation experience preferred.

S. trademark prosecution, post‑registration practice, and docket management.

Experience with trademark docketing systems, Microsoft Office, document management systems, and legal billing software.

Strong attention to detail, initiative, professionalism, and commitment to delivering exceptional client service while working collaboratively with attorneys and legal support professionals.

We are equally committed to providing competitive, affordable health and wellness benefits to help take care of yourself and your family, including a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package that includes employee medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, and ten firm holidays.

To be considered, please apply online at Career Opportunities (merchantgould.Merchant & Gould provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We welcome candidates with disabilities. If you need any accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

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