Senior IP Trademark Paralegal

About the role

An established law firm is seeking a Senior Trademark Paralegal to join their Chicago office. This is a high-level, client-facing role supporting complex, high-volume trademark portfolios in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

The role offers a hybrid schedule of three days onsite and two days remote. The salary range for this position is $100k-$140k, depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of U.S. and international trademark matters, including filings, prosecution, renewals, and enforcement
• Prepare and file trademark applications, including drafting goods and services descriptions and reviewing specimens
• Handle USPTO prosecution, including preparing and filing responses to Office Actions
• Assist with oppositions, cancellations, infringement matters, and UDRP proceedings
• Maintain and manage trademark docketing systems, ensuring accurate deadline tracking
• Conduct preliminary trademark searches using USPTO, WIPO, and other databases
• Coordinate full clearance searches with third-party vendors as needed
• Communicate directly with clients and attorneys regarding trademark matters and deadlines
• Collaborate with internal teams to support efficient workflow and high-quality client service

Requirements

• 10+ years of trademark paralegal experience in a law firm setting
• Strong experience with USPTO trademark prosecution
• Experience handling U.S. and international trademark portfolios
• Familiarity with oppositions, cancellations, and enforcement matters
• Strong docketing and deadline management experience
• Bachelor's degree and/or ABA-approved paralegal certificate required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research tools
• Excellent organization, communication, and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume environment

Benefits

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility.

Schedule

Hybrid schedule of three days onsite and two days remote.

Pay

Salary range: $100,000–$140,000, depending on experience.