Trademark Paralegal

Greenberg Traurig, LLP

. Manage a full docket of trademark-related deadlines .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $51 - $61 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing trademark-related deadlines, preparing and filing U.S. and international trademark applications, and utilizing trademark databases. Proficient in client communication and project management within a legal environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Trademark Application PreparationUSPTO Filing ProceduresTrademark Database ProficiencyClient CommunicationProject Management

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Hard Skills

Trademark ProsecutionTrademark MaintenanceTESSSAEGISCorsearchWIPO Global Brand DatabaseTEASESTTAUDRP ComplaintsTrademark Trial and Appeal Board Filings

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTime ManagementProject ManagementCustomer Service SkillsEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookWindows-Based SoftwareAI Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeCertificate in Paralegal StudiesCertified Paralegal

Industry Keywords

Trademark LawUSPTOInternational Trademark ApplicationsTrademark EnforcementLegal Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a full docket of trademark-related deadlines
Send timely reminders to clients and attorneys and ensure deadlines are handled
Conduct in-house trademark screening searches using TESS, SAEGIS, Corsearch, and WIPO Global Brand Database
Prepare and file U.S. trademark applications, renewal applications, non-substantive office action responses, use declarations, extensions of time, and other USPTO filings
Prepare and file international applications and extensions of international registrations with WIPO
File UDRP complaints with the Forum and WIPO
Record assignments, name changes, and lien releases with the USPTO’s Assignment Recordation Branch
File documents with the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board and prepare non-substantive procedural filings
Communicate with clients to collect information and instructions related to trademark searches and filings
Instruct and supervise foreign law firms handling trademark prosecution and enforcement matters
Coordinate preparation, execution, notarization, legalization, and apostille of documents filed with international trademark offices
Investigate infringing uses of trademarks
Perform intake of client requests for searches and filings and coordinate attorney handling
Create customized trademark records reports for clients
Support client development activities
Report to the Co-Chair of the Office IP Department

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree required
Certificate in Paralegal studies from an accredited institution preferred
Equivalent experience considered
Certified Paralegal a plus
Minimum of seven years’ experience as a trademark paralegal at a law firm or five years’ experience as a trademark professional
Broad understanding of the USPTO’s Trademark Electronic Application System and preparation and filing of trademark prosecution and maintenance documents via TEAS
Experience with the USPTO’s Electronic System for Trademark Trials and Appeals and filing appeal and opposition/cancellation documents via ESTTA
Effective organizational, time management, project management, communication, and timekeeping skills
Experience creating technically proficient written communications without typographical errors
Proficiency with technologies common in trademark and brand management
Excellent customer service skills
Proficiency with Windows-based software, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other informational databases
Understanding of AI capabilities, limitations, and responsible use in a professional environment
Familiarity with, or willingness to learn, firm-approved AI tools such as Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar platforms
Flexibility to work overtime as needed
Ability to perform physical requirements including extended sitting, manual dexterity, filing, bending, standing, and lifting files

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Excellent benefits package
Discretionary bonus eligibility for full-time employees
Health insurance with an optional HSA
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Dental insurance
Vision care
Life insurance
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
401K
Vacation
Sick time
Employee assistance program
Voluntary accident insurance
Voluntary life insurance
Voluntary disability insurance
Voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance
Pet insurance
Commuter and Transit programs may be available in certain markets