IP Paralegal
About the position Responsibilities • Coordinate and manage the company's global patent and trademark portfolios, including searching, filing, prosecution, and maintenance. • Prepare and file U.S. and international patent and trademark documents, including assignments, declarations, IDS, and power of attorney forms. • Maintain and update the IP docketing system, ensuring accurate deadlines and reminders as well as smooth integration with other legal and corporate systems. • Assist with invention disclosure intake and processing; liaise with inventors and internal stakeholders. • Monitor annuity and renewal deadlines and coordinate payment processes with third-party vendors. • Conduct preliminary trademark searches and coordinate clearance reviews with counsel. • Support and/or manage domain name maintenance and domain name enforcement activity. • Support IP litigation and enforcement matters, including document collection and file preparation. • Maintain and organize IP files, records, and documentation in accordance with company standards. • Coordinate with outside counsel on prosecution, oppositions, and administrative proceedings. • Assist in developing IP-related training materials and presentations for internal teams. • Support financial management of the company's IP portfolio, including vendor billing, execution of and adherence to fee arrangements, and budget tracking. • Support competitive monitoring of third-party IP. Requirements • Associate or bachelor's degree required; Paralegal certificate preferred. • A minimum of seven years of experience as a paralegal. • Three or more years of IP paralegal experience, preferably in a corporate legal department or IP law firm. • Strong knowledge of U.S. and international patent and trademark procedures and filings. • Experience with IP docketing systems and related system integrations, as well as USPTO/EPO systems. • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Nice-to-haves • Manufacturing or engineering industry experience a plus. Benefits • Competitive compensation • Comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision coverage • Life and paid medical leave • Retirement savings plan with 401(K) and company match • Profit sharing • Paid holidays • Vacation • Up to five paid personal/sick days per year Apply tot his job