Block, Wisconsin is expanding its legal team and inviting applications for a Trademark Paralegal job.
About Block
Block is one company built from many blocks, all united by the same purpose of economic empowerment. The blocks that form their foundational teams — People, Finance, Counsel, Hardware, Information Security, Platform Infrastructure Engineering, and more — provide support and guidance at the corporate level. They work across business groups and around the globe, spanning time zones and disciplines to develop inclusive People policies, forecast finances, give legal counsel, safeguard systems, nurture new initiatives, and more.
About Trademark Paralegal Job Opportunity
Block, Wisconsin is expanding its legal team and inviting applications for a Trademark Paralegal job with 4+ years of industry experience.
Role and Responsibilities
- Submit online take-downs and cease and desist letters
- Help manage our prosecution and enforcement docketing, including maintenance of electronic files
- Manage outside counsel in conflict matters
- Review international registry watch notice and perform direct investigations
- Help with the ongoing development of trademark enforcement and prosecution best practices
- Coordinate with the attorneys in preparing and filing trademark applications
- Directly handle prosecution worldwide, including gathering evidence, responding to Office Actions, and registering/renewing trademarks
- Perform trademark searches and advise on the availability of new names and logos globally
- Maintain outside counsel and vendor spend reports and track overall budget
- Help with IP litigation and TTAB proceedings
Eligibility for Trademark Paralegal
- 4+ of trademark paralegal experience.
- At least one year of technology-based in-house practice
- A B.A./B.S. degree or equivalent practical experience
- Significant experience conducting trademark clearance and availability searches domestically and globally
- A familiarity with worldwide trademark enforcement and prosecution strategies
- An understanding of social media platforms and take-down forms, including how to navigate accounts and posts, monitor trends, search for accounts, and best practices for removing spam, fraud, and IP infringement
- Experience with IP docket management platforms and Google Suite tools
- Experience working with team members at all levels
- A passion for technology
- Strong decision-making abilities and attention to detail
Perks
- Healthcare coverage
- Retirement Plans
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Wellness perks
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off
- Learning and Development resources
How to Apply?
Please find the link at the end of this post.
Location
Jackson, Wisconsin
