IP Paralegal
An IP paralegal supports intellectual property attorneys with trademark and patent filings, prosecution docketing, portfolio management, and IP due diligence.
Intellectual property practice involves a relentless cycle of deadlines, filings, and maintenance requirements that demand dedicated paralegal support. An IP paralegal manages the procedural details of trademark and patent prosecution, ensuring that applications, office action responses, and maintenance filings are submitted accurately and on time.
Beyond prosecution support, IP paralegals conduct clearance searches, prepare cease-and-desist correspondence, assist with IP licensing agreements, and manage large trademark and patent portfolios for corporate clients. Their attention to detail protects clients from costly lapses in IP protection.
DocketHire's IP paralegals are experienced with USPTO and international filing procedures, including Madrid Protocol and PCT applications. They bring familiarity with specialized IP docketing systems and the procedural knowledge needed to keep your clients' portfolios in good standing across multiple jurisdictions.
Key Tasks
- Prepare and file trademark applications with the USPTO and international offices
- Conduct trademark clearance searches and prepare availability opinions
- Docket and track patent and trademark prosecution deadlines
- Draft responses to USPTO office actions under attorney supervision
- File patent and trademark maintenance documents and renewals
- Manage trademark watch services and monitor for infringements
- Prepare IP assignment and licensing agreement documentation
- Coordinate international filings through foreign counsel and agents
- Maintain IP portfolio databases and generate status reports for clients
- Support IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and financings
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