Trademark Paralegal - Atlanta - 100-110k - 5 Days on Site
The Trademark Paralegal supports attorneys and legal teams in managing trademark portfolios, including domestic and international filings, prosecution, enforcement, and renewals. This role ensures compliance with all legal and procedural requirements associated with trademark registration and maintenance.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and file U.S. and foreign trademark applications, renewals, statements of use, assignments, oppositions, and other documents with the USPTO and foreign IP offices.
- Conduct preliminary trademark searches using databases such as USPTO TESS, WIPO, and Saegis.
- Maintain and manage docketing systems to track deadlines related to trademark prosecution and litigation.
- Assist in monitoring and enforcement of trademark rights, including watching services and drafting cease-and-desist letters.
- Coordinate with foreign counsel on international trademark matters.
- Prepare client correspondence and legal documents under attorney supervision.
- Assist in due diligence for IP portfolio reviews, mergers, or acquisitions.
- Maintain accurate and organized electronic and physical trademark files.
- Support attorneys in trademark litigation or dispute resolution matters.
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
- Education:Bachelor's degree required, paralegal certificate from accredited institution preferred/
- Experience:5-7 years of relevant experience
- Skills:
- Proficient in trademark docketing software (e.g., CPI, Foundation IP, Anaqua).
- Strong understanding of USPTO and international IP procedures.
- Excellent organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
To apply, please send resume and references to charlotte@libertyjobs.com.
Charlotte Caffey
Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.
1001 Conshohocken State Rd, Ste 2-410| West Conshohocken, PA 19428
(484) 238-1945
charlotte@libertyjobs.com
www.libertyjobs.com
Freqently Asked Questions
Atlanta's legal sector shows a steady demand for skilled Trademark Paralegals due to vibrant corporate and entertainment industries. Candidates with strong expertise in USPTO procedures and international filings often stand out, even as competition rises with more IP-focused roles emerging locally.
While a national paralegal certification is widely valued, Atlanta employers often favor credentials that emphasize intellectual property law, such as certifications from NALA or NALS. Familiarity with USPTO processes and software used in trademark docketing also significantly boosts a candidate’s appeal.
Top Trademark Paralegals excel at managing complex docketing systems, performing thorough trademark searches across USPTO and international databases, and coordinating with foreign counsel. Strong communication and precise document preparation under attorney oversight are equally vital for success.
Absolutely, many Trademark Paralegals advance into senior paralegal roles or transition into specialized IP support positions, including trademark litigation or portfolio management. Gaining expertise in international trademark law can lead to higher responsibilities and even hybrid roles bridging paralegal and trademark counsel functions.
In this setting, routine duties include preparing and filing trademark applications, monitoring deadlines with docketing software, assisting attorneys with enforcement actions, and maintaining organized trademark records. Flexibility to handle international filings and client communications also plays a key role.
Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. streamlines IP portfolio management by embedding Trademark Paralegals within legal teams to ensure timely prosecution and enforcement. Their approach emphasizes compliance, detailed docketing, and collaboration with foreign counsel, enhancing client satisfaction and operational efficiency.
In Atlanta, Trademark Paralegal salaries typically range between $100,000 and $110,000 annually for professionals with 5-7 years of experience. Advanced skills in international filings and docketing software proficiency can push compensation toward the higher end of this spectrum.
Trademark docketing software proficiency is crucial to track critical filing deadlines and compliance requirements accurately. Atlanta’s growing IP market demands paralegals who can independently manage these systems, reducing legal risks and ensuring seamless trademark portfolio administration.
While remote work has grown, many Atlanta employers for Trademark Paralegal positions, especially through firms like Liberty Personnel Services, prioritize onsite presence to facilitate close collaboration with attorneys and timely handling of sensitive trademark matters.
In corporate law firms, Trademark Paralegals often juggle broader legal responsibilities including contract support, whereas specialized IP firms focus intensely on trademark prosecution, enforcement, and portfolio management. Each environment demands tailored expertise with distinct workflow paces.
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