Paralegal - IP/Trademark

Join a well-established boutique litigation firm in Tampa!

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Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are working with a busy boutique law firm in Tampa, FL that is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join their IP/Trademark team! The firm represents major trademark owners in managing their trademark portfolios, and routinely handles copyright and trademark registration, policing, and related disputes.

Location: Tampa, FL (this is an on-site position)
Base Salary Range: $75k-$90k/year (based on experience level)
Billable Hour Requirement: 1440/year

Why join us?

Excellent comprehensive benefits package!

• 401(k) with profit sharing
• 100% employer paid medical, dental, & vision insurance for all employees, and more.

Job Details

Paralegal will support attorneys in complex litigation, trademark and copyright matters, media law, and general business disputes.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist attorneys with litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motions, and trial preparation.
• Prepare, proofread, revise, and file legal documents in state and federal courts.
• Maintain litigation calendars and track court deadlines, hearings, and case milestones.
• Organize and maintain electronic case files and physical case files as needed.
• Coordinate document production, exhibits, and attorney materials for hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Assist with trademark searches, applications, filings, renewals, and portfolio management.
• Monitor and track trademark deadlines and USPTO correspondence.
• Prepare and maintain trademark and copyright records and databases.
• Coordinate with clients regarding trademark prosecution and maintenance activities.
• Assist with cease-and-desist matters, enforcement efforts, and intellectual property litigation support.

Requirements:

• An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies or a related area is preferred with at least 2 to 4 years of paralegal experience in a similar job or a Paralegal Certificate with 5+ years experience.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Experience supporting intellectual property, trademark, media, or commercial litigation practices.
• Familiarity with USPTO procedures and trademark portfolio management.
• Experience with state and federal court e-filing systems.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience in NextPoint or Filevine a plus.

*PLEASE SEND ANSWERS TO THE FOLLOWING APPLICATION QUESTIONS TO https://jobot.com/apply/paralegal-ip-trademark/320494631?utm_source=Monster DIRECTLY AFTER YOU APPLY*
1. How many years of experience do you have with litigation?
2. Do you have experience in IP/trademark law? Please elaborate!
3. Are you able to work onsite in Tampa? This is not a remote position.
4. Why are you looking for a new position at this time?
5. What base salary range are you targeting?
6. Do you have experience with NextPoint and/or Filevine?
7. Are you experienced with Microsoft Office Suite?

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