Brand Paralegal (must have branding, trademark etc experience)

About the role

This position provides support to attorneys with various brand-related legal tasks, including brand, trademark, federal programs, litigation, legal operations, and health care/regulatory law. Key responsibilities involve the clearance, prosecution, and enforcement of the Association's international and domestic trademark portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Research trademark laws and regulations.
• Respond to client inquiries and maintain records.
• Enforce proprietary rights by investigating, negotiating, and resolving trademark and domain name disputes with third parties.
• Conduct, review, analyze, and advise on domestic trademark and derivative clearance searches for BCBSA and its affiliates.
• Prepare and prosecute trademark applications and supporting documents in the U.S., correspond with the Patent and Trademark Office and foreign associates, and manage outside counsel on worldwide prosecution matters, deadlines, and instructions for new applications, renewals, and oppositions.
• Assist the Brand Counsel team with other non-trademark related projects.
• Maintain docketing and deadlines.

Requirements

• BS or equivalent work experience.
• 4+ years of experience as a trademark, corporate, or litigation paralegal.
• Experience conducting due diligence in a law firm or corporate environment.

Skills

• Written and verbal communication skills with legal and nonlegal professionals.
• Ability to cultivate and maintain client and customer relationships.
• Advanced critical thinking and research skills.
• Detail-oriented with advanced project management and organization skills.
• Advanced word processing and writing skills.
• Familiarity with U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Knowledge of U.S. and international trademark law.
• Proficiency with CPI and WebTMS trademark docket databases preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, while demonstrating initiative.

Pay

The posted salary range for this position is $85,126.50 - $112,411.94. This job is also eligible for annual bonus incentive pay.

Benefits

• Paid time off and 11 holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous 401(k) matching.
• Lifestyle spending account.
• Additional benefits for eligible employees.