DLA Piper Hiring for Sr Paralegal – Trademark at Atlanta Full Time

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DLA Piper LLP (US) is a leading global business law firm. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the best people across our practice and business service groups. We are looking for collaborative, results-oriented people who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and have exceptional problem-solving skills.

If you are a highly talented Paralegal interested in working closely with attorneys and clients while performing a range of substantive case and client matter-related duties, we want to hear from you!

This position can sit in our Minneapolis, Dallas, Chicago, New Jersey, DC, Wilmington, Houston, Miami, Phoenix, Raleigh, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Baltimore, or Business Operations Services Center, Tampa office.

Relocation is available in accordance with the firm’s policy.

Paralegals are a critical part of DLA Piper’s client service teams, working side by side with lawyers, co-counsel, and clients on an array of substantive client matters. The majority of our paralegals are career professionals. They work independently and on teams, locally, nationally, and globally.

The Paralegal Team itself includes Case Assistants, Paralegals, Senior Paralegals, and Paralegal Specialists. We offer ample opportunities for advancement and career development through formal and informal training and mentoring, and provide many opportunities to give back to our communities through pro bono work.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and/or a paralegal certificate

• 6 years’ experience as a paralegal in a legal department or law firm

• Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook experience

• Experience with legal software such as Relativity, LexisNexis, Westlaw, or similar technology

• Knowledge of USPTO procedures

• Conducting trademark clearance searches

• Knowledge of computerized docketing systems

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience in a large law firm or professional services organization

What will your day look like?

Your role will consist of preparing drafts of legal and other documents and correspondence for attorney review. This will include handling assignments and post-registration filings for U.S. registrations, handling U.S. filings for foreign-based clients, and keeping clients apprised of the status of marks. You will also work to complete standard U.S. trademark application filings, and individual or limited group foreign filing programs, including the legalization of documents.

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We offer exceptional career opportunities in an environment that is challenging, rewarding, and, we believe truly different from our competitors. Our employees enjoy a competitive benefits package and a dynamic and diverse environment in which they can build a long and fruitful career and reap the rewards of their success.

Agency applications will not be considered.

Job: Paralegal

Organization: Intellectual Property & Tech

Title: Sr Paralegal – Trademark

Location: Illinois-Chicago

Requisition ID: 23000273

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