Intellectual Property (IP) Paralegal

Responsibilities

• Manage global intellectual property and brand protection matters (trademark, patent, copyright), with a focus on worldwide trademark portfolio.
• Prepare and file trademark applications, Statements of Use, amendments, and renewals.
• Draft responses to USPTO and international office actions and notifications.
• Conduct trademark clearance searches and analysis.
• Support attorneys in enforcement matters by drafting and sending cease and desist letters and handling on-line enforcement (including DMCA and UDRP proceedings).
• Partner with US and international counsel on filing, prosecution, registration, renewals, and disputes.
• Track IP deadlines and manage global docket and confirm accuracy of IP records.
• Run IP coverage gap assessments and recommend new filings.
• Review marketing campaigns, social media content, and promotional materials for IP and advertising compliance.
• Build and maintain IP and brand protection playbooks and workflows.
• Work collaboratively across the Legal Department on a variety of cross-functional initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-7 years of legal experience handling intellectual property and brand protection matters.
• Prior in-house experience is a plus, with experience at a luxury consumer-facing brand preferred.
• Proficient in trademark portfolio management tools such as CPI.
• Experience in both US and international IP preferred.
• Experience in marketing review and influencer agreements a plus.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Position will be based at our NYC headquarters.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and other internet research tools.
• Demonstrated ability to perform effectively under pressure while managing multiple priorities.
• Exceptional organizational and planning skills with strong attention to detail.
• Dependable team player who brings a thoughtful, detail-oriented approach and fosters a respectful, collaborative environment.
• Exceptional verbal and written skills.

Pay

$110K - $125K

Additional Information

This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.