Norton Rose Fulbright LLP
Paralegal, Trademark
Norton Rose Fulbright LLP, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Practice Group / Department:Office Administration, Dallas
Job DescriptionWe are a global law firm with a powerful strategic focus and real momentum. Our industry-focused strategy is seeing us take on pioneering work in places that others have yet to reach. Our shared values define our culture and our workplace. You will find us to be unusually collegial, team-oriented, and ready to innovate. We work seamlessly across practices, offices and around the world. This elimination of boundaries has allowed us to evolve into a law firm that works as hard for its culture as it does for its clients.The ideal candidate will have knowledge of domestic and international prosecution, trademark policing, disputes, and enforcement, TTAB proceedings, copyright, social media, (e.g. familiarity with dispute policies, DMCA notice and take down), and domain name dispute procedures.The role will require your presence in theoffice from time to time pursuant to the firm's hybrid work policy.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:File US and foreign trademark applications and US copyright applications
Coordinate filings of foreign trademark and copyright applications with foreign law firms
Coordinate the filing of formality documents including declarations, powers of attorney, assignments, formal drawings, specimens, including with legalization and notarization as required
Correspond with clients, attorneys, and foreign law firms regarding all aspects of the trademark and copyright prosecution process
Monitor all approaching deadlines, take appropriate action, and follow-up with relevant parties and team
Conduct US and international trademark
Research and maintain working knowledge of US and foreign trademark and copyright prosecution rules and procedures, navigate and utilize related websites and databases
Assist with maintaining electronic files
Direct/instruct docketing of relevant deadlines
Monitor litigation and TTAB deadlines, assist with evidence preparation
File TTAB related submissions
Review trademark watch notices and monitor deadlines
Other duties: Please note this job description does not cover or contain all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Qualifications :Bachelor's Degree, required
Minimum 3 years of experience
Familiarity with legal resources
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
Strong communication skills with the ability to interact well with people at all levels of the organization and some external parties
Demonstrate a positive attitude, strong judgment, initiative, integrity and be a dependable, highly motivated, team player
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities
Attention to detail and responsibility for your workload is critical
Ability to work overtime when required
Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Benefit packages include access to three medical plans, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Employees can also access pre-tax benefits such as health savings and flexible spending accounts. Norton Rose Fulbright helps provide financial security by allowing employees to participate in a 401(k) savings plan and profit-sharing plans if eligible. Full- time employees are eligible to access fertility benefits designed to support fertility and family-forming journeys.In addition to the Firm's health and welfare benefits above, we offer a competitive paid time off plan, which provides a minimum of 20 days off based on your role and tenure with the firm. The firm offers a generous paid parental leave benefit allowing parents to take a minimum of 14 weeks of paid leave to bond with your newborn, or adopted child(ren). Employees are also entitled to 11 Firm holidays.Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and complies with all applicable federal laws and their implementing regulations that require the collection and recording of certain data and information. The information we receive will not be used to make any decision regarding employment and will be kept separate from your application. Similarly, self-identification information is kept confidential and used only in accordance with applicable federal laws and regulations. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.Norton Rose Fulbright is committed to providing reasonable accommodation as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation to complete your application, please contact us.hr@nortonrosefulbright.com. Please provide your contact information and a description of your accessibility issue. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.E-Verifyis a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.Equal Employment Opportunity | EEO is the Law - Supplement | Pay Transparency
Job DescriptionWe are a global law firm with a powerful strategic focus and real momentum. Our industry-focused strategy is seeing us take on pioneering work in places that others have yet to reach. Our shared values define our culture and our workplace. You will find us to be unusually collegial, team-oriented, and ready to innovate. We work seamlessly across practices, offices and around the world. This elimination of boundaries has allowed us to evolve into a law firm that works as hard for its culture as it does for its clients.The ideal candidate will have knowledge of domestic and international prosecution, trademark policing, disputes, and enforcement, TTAB proceedings, copyright, social media, (e.g. familiarity with dispute policies, DMCA notice and take down), and domain name dispute procedures.The role will require your presence in theoffice from time to time pursuant to the firm's hybrid work policy.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:File US and foreign trademark applications and US copyright applications
Coordinate filings of foreign trademark and copyright applications with foreign law firms
Coordinate the filing of formality documents including declarations, powers of attorney, assignments, formal drawings, specimens, including with legalization and notarization as required
Correspond with clients, attorneys, and foreign law firms regarding all aspects of the trademark and copyright prosecution process
Monitor all approaching deadlines, take appropriate action, and follow-up with relevant parties and team
Conduct US and international trademark
Research and maintain working knowledge of US and foreign trademark and copyright prosecution rules and procedures, navigate and utilize related websites and databases
Assist with maintaining electronic files
Direct/instruct docketing of relevant deadlines
Monitor litigation and TTAB deadlines, assist with evidence preparation
File TTAB related submissions
Review trademark watch notices and monitor deadlines
Other duties: Please note this job description does not cover or contain all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Qualifications :Bachelor's Degree, required
Minimum 3 years of experience
Familiarity with legal resources
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
Strong communication skills with the ability to interact well with people at all levels of the organization and some external parties
Demonstrate a positive attitude, strong judgment, initiative, integrity and be a dependable, highly motivated, team player
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities
Attention to detail and responsibility for your workload is critical
Ability to work overtime when required
Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Benefit packages include access to three medical plans, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Employees can also access pre-tax benefits such as health savings and flexible spending accounts. Norton Rose Fulbright helps provide financial security by allowing employees to participate in a 401(k) savings plan and profit-sharing plans if eligible. Full- time employees are eligible to access fertility benefits designed to support fertility and family-forming journeys.In addition to the Firm's health and welfare benefits above, we offer a competitive paid time off plan, which provides a minimum of 20 days off based on your role and tenure with the firm. The firm offers a generous paid parental leave benefit allowing parents to take a minimum of 14 weeks of paid leave to bond with your newborn, or adopted child(ren). Employees are also entitled to 11 Firm holidays.Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and complies with all applicable federal laws and their implementing regulations that require the collection and recording of certain data and information. The information we receive will not be used to make any decision regarding employment and will be kept separate from your application. Similarly, self-identification information is kept confidential and used only in accordance with applicable federal laws and regulations. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.Norton Rose Fulbright is committed to providing reasonable accommodation as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation to complete your application, please contact us.hr@nortonrosefulbright.com. Please provide your contact information and a description of your accessibility issue. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.E-Verifyis a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.Equal Employment Opportunity | EEO is the Law - Supplement | Pay Transparency