Temporary Trademark Paralegal

As a Temporary Trademark Paralegal at Wilson Sonsini, you’ll support some of the most innovative companies in tech and life sciences, helping protect the brands behind breakthrough technologies. You’ll work on cutting-edge matters in a fast-paced, collaborative environment at a firm known for its deep IP expertise and commitment to clients shaping the future. This temporary position is available as both a fully remote and hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

Communicate with attorneys and clients regarding trademark clearance, prosecution, deadlines, renewals, and maintenance matters; Prepare and send client communications, reports, and trademark status updates (quarterly or upon request); Coordinate with clients to collect supporting documents, signed forms, and specimens; Review marketing materials and websites for acceptable trademark specimens; Conduct preliminary trademark clearance searches using USPTO, commercial databases (e.g., SAEGIS, TrademarkNow), AI tools, and foreign trademark office resources; Order and track comprehensive trademark searches from vendors; Prepare, file and maintain applications and registrations before the USPTO (Sections 8, 9, 15; Statements of Use; Renewals; Extensions; Assignments; POAs); Draft and file non-substantive responses to Office Actions for attorney review; Report USPTO and foreign office notices (e.g., publication, allowance) to clients; Communicate with foreign counsel regarding searches, filings, prosecution, and maintenance; Assist in planning and executing global trademark registration strategies; Coordinate legalization of documents and obtain signatures for foreign trademark filings; Manage deadlines and docket items for U.S. and foreign applications and registrations, and maintain accurate records in WebTMS; Prepare and manage trademark watch notices and subscriptions; Oversee file transfers (intake and outbound), including docket and document reviews; Assist with preparing and filing TTAB actions (oppositions, cancellations, appeals) and UDRP complaints; gather supporting materials for enforcement proceedings; File and prosecute U.S. copyright applications; assist with copyright assignment documentation; Assist clients with U.S. Customs and Border Protection trademark recordation; Perform related duties as assigned or directed by supervisor; Maintain compliance with all firm policies and procedures

Requirements

College degree and/or paralegal certificate; 4+ years of experience as a trademark paralegal; Stellar project management and organizational skills; Great attention to detail and ability to multitask; Good judgment, intuition and problem-solving skills; Strong written and verbal communication skills; Reliable and dependable; Client-focused mindset; Professional and composed under pressure and in fast-paced environments; Ability to learn quickly and work effectively and efficiently with clients, attorneys and staff across offices; Proficiency in WebTMS and filing with USPTO; Knowledge of U.S. and international trademark prosecution rules and procedures; Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed