Townsend is one of the nation's leading intellectual property firms, comprising one of the largest and most highly specialized trademark and copyright practices in the U.S.

We seek a trademark paralegal who is passionate about protecting brand identity and expression to assist with trademark matters, including:  trademark prosecution, maintenance and enforcement.

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct trademark clearance searches
• Conduct trademark investigations
• Prepare copyright applications
• Prepare and file U.S. and international trademark applications and responses to office actions
• Prepare status reports outlining the status of trademark and copyright protections
• Provide trademark copies, references and ordering file histories
• Manage docket, drafting routine correspondence and prosecution documents
• Review/update foreign client and associates files
• Research technical references, trademark and legal issues
• Perform other duties/projects as assigned

Candidate Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in trademark prosecution paralegal support within a professional environment, law firm and/or other professional services firm preferred
• Extensive knowledge of Trademark Prosecution (both foreign and domestic)
• Extensive knowledge of Trademarks and Copyrights
• Extensive knowledge of USPTO including processes and regulations
• Extensive knowledge of computer systems and programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Acrobat, SAEGIS, DIALOG, Lexis/Nexis, and Westlaw
• Sense of urgency, strong organizational skills and effective time management
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, as you will communicate with attorneys, all levels of administrative staff and contacts outside the Firm
• Excellent attention to detail, problem solving, editing and proofreading abilities are also key
• Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred