Paralegal

A recognized consumer products company in New Jersey is looking to add a new Paralegal to their team.

Responsibilities:

The Paralegal will:

• Assist in overseeing a broad portfolio of patents and trademarks
• Review and filings, applications, contracts, agreements, letters, and other documents
• Assist in managing invention records, assist in performing IP searches, and facilitate invention record review & selection for patent applications
• Assist internal team and outside patent attorney with patent applications as needed
• Facilitate communication with the Product Development team on issues, such as non-disclosure agreements, confidential disclosure agreements and contracts
• Assist with the drafting of international distribution agreements, tracking regulatory requirements, and organizing and maintaining related files
• Assist with the review and revision of retail marketing agreements, retail marketing collateral and labels, paying particular attention to the accuracy of trademark attributions
• Conduct research and resolve routine legal questions
• Effectively and timely communicate with internal and external stakeholders, including leadership, outside counsel, courts, government agencies
• Professionally draft email and other communications internally and externally
• Participate in and lead meetings as required, both virtually and in person
• Review and update legal and administrative documents, including policies
• Review and process legal invoices once approved by applicable attorney, including tracking ongoing budgets on a matter by matter basis
• Perform other duties as assigned

• 2+ years of related Legal experience
• Associate's Degree in Paralegal Studies or related field
• Proficiency with Contract Lifecycle Management software
• Microsoft Office proficient (Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams, and related software)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Great interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong attention to detail
• Highly organized

• 5+ years of experience as a Paralegal, including experience in an In-House Legal Department
• Bachelor's Degree in Paralegal Studies and/or a related field
• Paralegal certification
• Working knowledge and experience in a broad range of substantive areas with a strong focus on Intellectual Property Portfolio Management, International Distribution, Retail Marketing, and Contract Review & Management