Trademark Paralegal

Job Title: Trademark Paralegal

Location: Hybrid (Charlotte or Raleigh, NC)

Industry: Legal – Intellectual Property

Pay: $95,000 – $120,000 + (based on location and experience)

About Our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with a rapidly expanding national law firm known for its strong Intellectual Property practice. This firm values collaboration, flexibility, and excellence in legal services.

Job Description:

The Trademark Paralegal will play a critical role in managing complex, high-volume trademark portfolios. This position supports multiple attorneys within the Intellectual Property group and involves U.S. and international trademark prosecution, enforcement, and maintenance. Ideal candidates are proactive, organized, and experienced in mid-to-large firm environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and file trademark applications, renewals, and responses with the USPTO
• Draft goods/services descriptions and review specimens for compliance
• Conduct and summarize preliminary trademark searches
• Coordinate filings and ongoing matters with foreign counsel
• Manage deadlines in collaboration with the docketing team
• Support trademark disputes, including oppositions and cancellations
• Handle due diligence, assignments, and ownership updates
• Assist with billing coordination and foreign associate invoicing

Qualifications:

• 5–10 years of trademark paralegal experience, preferably within a mid-to-large law firm
• Experience managing large trademark portfolios and supporting multiple attorneys
• Proficient with USPTO/TTAB procedures and tools (SAEGIS, TESS, TEAS)
• Skilled in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams)
• Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate strongly preferred

Perks:

• Annual discretionary bonus
• 401(k) with generous employer match
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision)
• Work with a nationally respected IP team in a flexible, people-first culture

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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