Job Details

Job Title: Trademark Paralegal

Location: Portland, Oregon

Schedule: Hybrid - 3 days on-site/2 remote

Salary: $85,000-$95,000

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Job Description:

LHH Recruitment Solutions is working with a Portland law firm to find an experienced Trademark Paralegal to support its Intellectual Property team. This role provides high-level support to attorneys and clients on domestic and international trademark matters, including portfolio management, trademark prosecution, and client reporting.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of U.S. trademark procedures, and the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced legal environment.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct trademark clearance searches, review search reports, and assist with preparation of memoranda summarizing findings and recommendations
• Prepare trademark status summaries, portfolio reports, and client correspondence related to USPTO communications and office actions
• Prepare and file trademark prosecution and maintenance documents, including applications, declarations, assignments, powers of attorney, responses to office actions, statements of use, extensions, amendments, and post-registration filings
• Assist with Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) matters, including preparation of filings and supporting documentation
• Prepare and file copyright applications and recordations as needed
• Coordinate with international counsel regarding foreign trademark filings and portfolio management
• Maintain trademark docketing systems, track deadlines, and manage case documentation using USPTO and U.S. Copyright Office e-filing system
• Work with digital images and documents using Adobe editing tools and communicate with clients, attorneys, and government agencies regarding trademark matters

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience supporting trademark prosecution and portfolio management, including preparation and filing of documents through the USPTO trademark system
• Strong knowledge of U.S. trademark laws and procedures, including the Trademark Manual of Examining Procedure (TMEP), USPTO ID Manual, and familiarity with TTAB procedures and post-registration filings
• Experience coordinating with foreign counsel on international trademark matters preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred, though equivalent experience will be considered
• Strong research, organizational, and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and proficiency with standard office software and Adobe document editing tools

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
• Life and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with profit sharing
• Tuition reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Transit subsidy and generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick leave

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