Trademark Paralegal - IPR​/IPT

At Dinsmore, our strength comes from our people. With more than 750 attorneys across 30+ offices nationwide, we are dedicated to building a dynamic, client-focused firm recognized for excellence. Together we work to build a strong market profile, highlighting our capabilities to clients and attracting talented attorneys and business professionals who seek a supportive environment where they can thrive.

Dinsmore is seeking a Trademark Paralegal. The position is responsible for providing paralegal support to the attorneys in the Intellectual Property Department. This position can be located in:
Ann Arbor, MI;
Bloomington, IN;
Boston, MA;
Charleston, WV;
Cincinnati, OH;
Cleveland, OH;
Columbus, OH;
Dayton, OH;
Houston, TX;
Huntington, WV;
Indianapolis, IN;
Lexington, KY;
Louisville, KY;
Miami, FL;
Morgantown, WV;
Orlando, FL;
Tampa, FL;
Troy, MI;
Wheeling, WV.

• Correspond with foreign associates regarding searching, filing, maintaining, and enforcing trademarks of our clients
• Search trademarks in USPTO and various foreign trademark offices
• Conduct research to gather and store information regarding use of trademarks for enforcement and maintenance
• Review and revise affidavits/declarations/oppositions to ensure accuracy and completeness of client information
• Prepare, file, and monitor trademark applications and related prosecution phases
• Draft reports and responses to office actions
• Draft oppositions to applications for conflicting trademarks
• Draft affidavits of use and file with the USPTO
• Draft renewal applications
• Prepare and/or obtain documents for legalization
• Review and organize files, reviewing docket for deadlines
• Assist with copyright filings
• Assist with preparing trademark-related agreements

• Proficiency with the USPTO’s online tools, including Trademark Electronic Application System (TEAS) and online tools of the Assignment Branch and the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB), preferred
• Domestic and foreign filing experience preferred
• General knowledge of intellectual property filing and prosecution rules/regulations is required
• Experience with Anaqua docketing system preferred
• High attention to detail and accuracy of work
• Superior verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work professionally and confidentially with a variety of personalities from all levels of an organization.
• Proven organizational and multi‑tasking skills
• Independent, action-oriented thinker who will successfully undertake and complete projects and major tasks with limited supervision and work with other practice assistants as a team
• Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence and professionalism
• Communicate effectively and professionally (verbal and written)
• Must be dependable and hardworking team player
• Ability to prioritize work
• Must have a college degree, paralegal certificate, or relevant work experience
• Two or more years of trademark experience preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full-time