Associate Legal Analyst (Trademark)

Location: Irvine, CA (Onsite)

Schedule: Standard

Duration: 6-month W2 contract

Pay Rate: $31.00 - $35.00/hr

Position Summary

Our client is a global medical device manufacturer with an in-house legal department running a sophisticated IP program. The Associate Analyst, Legal (Trademark) role in the Legal Department offers the opportunity to support a leading corporate legal team that functions as an internal law firm within a sophisticated IP program. The ideal candidate will be experienced and highly skilled in this area, preparing and filing trademark applications and related documents with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office, administering all trademark docketing, and working with IP attorneys on more complex projects, such as global trademark oppositions.




The role requires a proactive self-starter who possesses exceptional multitasking and communication skills, both oral and written. A high level of professionalism, organization, and flexibility is essential. This role also requires a friendly, energetic person with high integrity who can represent the legal team with professionalism at all times, including when interacting with company employees. Must possess excellent organizational skills and exercise strong attention to detail.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Prepare and file domestic trademark applications and related correspondence
• Prepare and file, through foreign counsel, foreign trademark applications and related correspondence
• Conduct searching and analysis of search results for proposed new trademarks
• Maintain all trademark files
• Respond to trademark inquiries from internal marketing representatives
• Secure necessary signature/authorizations and approved documentation for domestic and foreign trademark applications, renewals and any other purpose
• Responsible for all trademark docketing; lead the effort to track and meet trademark deadlines for attorneys from the client's IP management system
• Prepare trademark-related documents in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other systems
• Interact professionally with all levels of the client's employees and outside counsel

Education/Experience

• A High School diploma or equivalent is required
• An associate or bachelor's degree is preferred
• Minimum 1 year of Trademark Paralegal or Analyst experience is required
• ABA Paralegal Certification preferred
• Law firm environment is preferred

Knowledge/Skills

• Must be completely familiar with USPTO forms and all types of deadlines for trademark matters
• Ability to work efficiently, proactively, take initiative, execute instructions, organize and prioritize work, and be a team player
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Experience with IP management software and document management software
• Experience with Anaqua or Foundation IP Trademark Portfolio Management Tool preferred
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, including both written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent problem solving capabilities
• Ability to work independently and prioritize with minimal daily instruction
• Ability to think strategically in order to improve current processes

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