Full-Time Virtual Paralegal

Who We Are: Lowenstein Sandler is a one of the most sophisticated law firms in the United States, with over 400 lawyers and 300 business services professionals serving clients from offices in New York, Palo Alto, Roseland, Salt Lake City, San Francisco, Washington, D.We recruit candidates who seek a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture that prioritizes our clients, our colleagues, and the communities where we work and live. Committed to career development and to a diverse and inclusive workplace, the firm offers many programs and opportunities for personal and professional growth. What You Will Do: The Trademark Paralegal is responsible for supporting US and international trademark functions, including all aspects of trademark searching, clearance, prosecution, maintenance, and enforcement.
review comprehensive US trademark search reports and prepare first draft of analysis in form of email summaries and opinion letters.
Proficient with computerized trademark search databases, particularly Corsearch and Saegis platforms.
Draft and file US trademark applications, including research and review of client materials, and prepare descriptions of goods and services for applications.
Communicate with foreign counsel to file and maintain trademark applications, renew registrations, and respond to office actions.
Coordinate with clients’ marketing teams to obtain evidence of use and other supporting information for US and global applications and renewals.
Prepare and file use and renewal documents in USPTO.
Prepare draft responses to Office Actions for the USPTO and coordinate with foreign counsel to respond to refusals.
Support TTAB proceedings and enforcement matters, including oppositions, cancellations, counterfeit programs, online takedowns, and customs recordations.
Prepare draft form trademark assignments and conduct review of USPTO assignment abstracts to examine chain of title and lien status.
Experience drafting copyright applications, reviewing copyright security interest agreements and conducting copyright searches and diligence a plus.
Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate.
4+ years of Paralegal experience in a law firm environment.
Knowledge of pertinent USPTO trademark systems, including Trademark Electronic Search System (TESS), Trademark Electronic Application System (TEAS), Trademark Electronic Application
System International (TEASi), Trademark Status and Document Retrieval system (TSDR), and Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB).
Knowledge of WIPO International forms and search databases.
Knowledge of Outlook, Microsoft Word, Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Corsearch, Saegis and CPi docket software.
High level of attention to detail, judgment, and discretion in handling confidential matters.
Able to work remotely, as permitted, and ensure that tasks are completed timely and efficiently; maintain regular communication with attorneys and colleagues while working remotely. Able to follow firm policies and procedures while working remotely.
Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
Office Location: Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday
Amount of Travel Required: None
Our benefits package includes coverage options for medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, life insurance, disability, FSAs, 401K, and paid time off.
Lowenstein Sandler LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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