Law - Paralegal

Trademark Paralegal page is loaded## Trademark Paralegalremote type: Onsitelocations: Atlantatime type: JR202600466Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. Join our Intellectual Property- Trademark team as a Trademark Paralegal.**This role will be based in our Atlanta office, on a in-office basis. Regular in-office presence is required for day to day operations. This role reports to the Co-Chair of the firm’s global Trademark & Brand Management Group.**Position Summary**Greenberg Traurig is seeking an experienced Trademark Paralegal to join its Global Trademark and Brand Management Practice for the Atlanta office. S. and international trademark applications, conducting trademark searches, and coordinating with foreign law firms on prosecution and enforcement matters. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed.**Key Responsibilities*** Manages a full docket of trademark-related deadlines, send timely reminders to clients and attorneys, and ensure that deadlines are handled* Conducts in-house trademark screening searches on the TESS, SAEGIS, Corsearch, and WIPO Global Brand Database* Prepares and files U.S. trademark applications, renewal applications, non-substantive office action responses, use declarations, extensions of time, and other USPTO filings* Prepares and files international applications and extensions of international registrations with the World Intellectual Property Office (WIPO)* Files Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy (UDRP) complaints with the Forum and WIPO* Records documents such as assignments, name changes, and lien releases with the USPTO’s Assignment Recordation Branch* Files documents with the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board and prepares non-substantive procedural filings for filing with the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board* Communicates professionally and accurately with clients to collect information and instructions related to trademark searches and filings* Instructs and supervises trademark prosecution and trademark enforcement matters handled by foreign law firms and coordinate the preparation, execution, notarization, legalization, and apostille of documents filed with international trademark offices* Investigates infringing uses of trademarks* Performs intake of client requests for searches and filings and coordinate attorney handling of matters* Creates customized trademark records reports for clients* Supports client development activities**Qualifications***Skills & Competencies** Must have a broad understanding of the USPTO’s Trademark Electronic Application System and how to prepare and file various types of trademark prosecution and maintenance documents via TEAS* Experience with the USPTO’s Electronic System for Trademark Trials and Appeals and know how to file various types of trademark appeal and opposition/cancellation documents via ESTTA* Demonstrate effective organizational, time management, project management, communication, and timekeeping skills* Experience creating technically proficient written communications without typographical errors* Demonstrate proficiency with various technologies common in trademark and brand management* Excellent customer service skills*Education & Prior Experience** Bachelor’s Degree required, Certificate in Paralegal studies from an accredited institution preferred; equivalent experience considered* Certified Paralegal a plus* Candidate will have minimum of seven years’ experience as a trademark paralegal at a law firm or five years’ experience as a trademark professional*Technology** Proficiency with Windows-based software and Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, and other informational databases requiredGT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.**No Fees Required**: GT will **never ask for payment for work equipment or network access**. Also, there are no application fees. We do not ask for bank information or any form of monetary or financial compensation during the recruitment process. If you have a disability that makes it difficult to express your interest in a job through our online application process, or if you require TTY/TDD assistance, please contact us to tell us about your needs.

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