Intellectual Property & Contracts Paralegal

Curriculum Associates

. Assist in-house counsel with special and non-standard contracting matters, escalated contracting projects, and complex Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $81,500 - $139,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing intellectual property matters, including trademark and copyright registrations, while ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations such as FERPA, COPPA, and GDPR. Proficient in drafting and reviewing various legal agreements and managing contract lifecycle processes using tools like Ironclad.

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Paralegal ExperienceContract Lifecycle Management (CLM)Intellectual Property ManagementData Privacy ComplianceSaaS Contract Terms

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Hard Skills

Contract DraftingIntellectual Property DocketingLegal ResearchAgreement ReviewData Processing Agreements (DPAs)Uptime SLAsIndemnification ClausesTrademark ProcessesCopyright ProcessesPatent Processes

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailProfessional InteractionJudgment and Decision-MakingConfidentiality ManagementIndependent Management

Tools & Technologies

IroncladE-Signature ToolsLegal AI ToolsMS Office ApplicationsIP Docketing Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

ABA-Approved Paralegal Certificate

Industry Keywords

SaaSCommercial ContractsFERPACOPPAGDPRMemoranda of Understanding (MOUs)End User License Agreements (EULAs)Acceptable Use Policies (AUPs)Legal OperationsContract Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in-house counsel with special and non-standard contracting matters, escalated contracting projects, and complex Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs)
Manage and safeguard the Company’s proprietary technology and brand portfolio
Coordinate trademark, copyright, and domain-name registrations and renewals
Support preliminary clearance searches and misuse and infringement investigations, including intellectual-property takedown requests
Run the intellectual-property docket/calendar and monitor statutory deadlines for patents and trademarks
Coordinate with outside counsel on IP filings and strategy
Maintain copyright registrations and licensing records for Company content and third-party licensed content
Support product lifecycle reviews, feature reviews, product requirement document reviews, marketing reviews, and legacy-product matters
Draft, review, and maintain Terms of Use, End User License Agreements (EULAs), Acceptable Use Policies (AUPs), and in-product disclosures
Develop and deliver product, content, and IP-related trainings and create resources
Support legal-based accessibility work by tracking regulations and risks and compiling contract-data reports
Review and update contract templates to reflect current law, company policy, and attorney guidance
Assist with complex MOUs, Special Use MOUs, escalated contracting questions, and related process documentation
Provide project-based support for SaaS, MSA, vendor, NDA, licensing/permissions, and evaluation-agreement matters
Review special contracting matters and product agreements for FERPA, COPPA, GDPR, and other applicable compliance
Draft, review, and manage research agreements with universities and academic institutions
Support user research and efficacy research documentation and assist with releases, including image releases
Maintain and improve the Ironclad Contract Lifecycle Management system and special contracting workflows
Support maintenance of the product/content/IP risk register
Support legal escalations related to i-Ready and other product apps and domains and review public records requests
Report to the General Counsel and collaborate with the Products Counsel, Commercial Counsel, Product, Marketing, Engineering, UXR, Research Recruitment, and outside counsel

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and/or an ABA-approved paralegal certificate
3 to 6 years of paralegal experience
At least 2 years directly in-house at a technology or software company
Strong understanding of standard SaaS/commercial contract terms and clauses, including uptime SLAs, data processing agreements (DPAs), liability caps, and indemnification
Hands-on experience with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) systems; Ironclad preferred
Experience with e-signature tools, Legal AI tools, and IP docketing applications
Working familiarity with trademark, copyright, and patent processes, including filings, renewals, and enforcement support
Working knowledge of data-privacy and ed-tech regulatory frameworks, including FERPA, COPPA, and GDPR
Ability to review, draft, and redline agreements accurately and with attention to detail
Ability to interact professionally with internal stakeholders and external parties, including outside counsel
Ability to manage a high volume of special matters independently, exercise sound judgment on when to escalate, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive and proprietary information with discretion
Proficient in MS Office applications and standard legal-operations tools
Experience generating reports from IP docketing and contract management systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company bonus plan eligibility
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Basic life insurance
401(k) plan with employer match
Flexible vacation and sick policy
Twelve paid holidays
Winter office closure between Christmas and New Year's
Additional perks and benefits
Remote work arrangement
Minimal travel; occasional travel to Company offices may be required