IP/Trademark Paralegal

Paralegal / Legal Assistant, IP & Trademark | Regional Law Firm

LHH is assisting a respected regional law firm in its search for a Paralegal / Legal Assistant, IP & Trademark to support its active Intellectual Property Practice Group. This opportunity is ideal for a legal professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and partnering with attorneys on trademark, copyright, and intellectual property matters. The role supports multiple attorneys and plays a key part in managing client relationships and intellectual property portfolios.

Responsibilities

The Paralegal / Legal Assistant will provide comprehensive support to the Intellectual Property Practice Group, including:

• Managing correspondence, agreements, contracts, pleadings, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Drafting, revising, proofreading, and finalizing legal documentation.
• Communicating directly with clients through phone, email, and meetings.
• Maintaining organized electronic files and case records.
• Conducting domestic and international trademark clearance searches.
• Preparing and filing trademark applications, responses to office actions, Statements of Use, renewals, and maintenance filings with the USPTO.
• Managing trademark prosecution matters from application through registration and post-registration maintenance.
• Drafting trademark assignments and related intellectual property documents.
• Coordinating with foreign counsel on international trademark filings.
• Assisting with domain name registrations, renewals, docketing, and intellectual property enforcement efforts.
• Managing attorney calendars, scheduling meetings, and supporting administrative functions.

Opportunity

This position offers the opportunity to join a collaborative and service-oriented legal team with significant exposure to sophisticated trademark and intellectual property matters. Candidates will enjoy:

• A collegial and supportive work environment.
• Direct attorney and client interaction.
• Exposure to domestic and international trademark practice.
• Long-term professional growth within an established law firm.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation

• Base salary: $72,000 to $115,000 annually.
• Bonus eligibility.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Paid time off.

Candidate Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience supporting trademark, copyright, intellectual property, or related legal matters.
  
  Experience preparing and filing trademark applications and related USPTO filings.
• Strong document management, docketing, and organizational skills.
• Ability to support multiple attorneys in a busy practice environment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

LHH is conducting a confidential search on behalf of our client. Qualified candidates interested in learning more about this opportunity are encouraged to apply. We look forward to connecting with professionals seeking a thoughtful, business-focused legal career opportunity.

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details: $72,000.00 to $115,000.00 per year

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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