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Paralegal Specialist, Trademarks

At Disney our Paralegals are highly-respected because their skills are quite simply, essential.  If you haveextensive experience with administering global trademark portfolios and trademark clearance as part of large IP team, then a Paralegal Specialist position in the Corporate Legal Department might be right for you.  You’d be a key member of a dynamic, fast-paced team that protects and advises on the company’s Intellectual Property matters around the world.  We protect some of the world’s most famous intellectual property and provide legal counsel on important trademark matters globally.  In addition, we support the company’s IP practice as well as manage the Trademark registration policies and practices.  Apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Assist with all aspects of trademark registration matters, including trademark prosecution, maintenance, renewals, conflicts, and chain of title maintenance, etc.

• Assist with all aspects of title, editorial, and trademark clearance, etc., including perform searches, analyze search results, and draft opinions for attorney review.

• Provide guidance on complex, high-profile and sensitive trademark matters, and devise viable creative strategies and solutions.

• Liaise with outside counsel.

• Assist with researching, authenticating, gathering, and documenting trademark evidence.

• Assist with drafting correspondence and legal documents for attorney review. 

• Prepare summaries and reports, as needed.

• Perform data entry, docket deadlines, and assist with trademark database maintenance, etc.

• Assist with other IP-related projects, as may be necessary from time to time.

Candidate should possess the following qualifications:

• At least 7 years paralegal experience with an emphasis on trademark and clearance work

• Deep knowledge of global trademark laws and requirements

• Deep operational knowledge, and deep knowledge of Disney’s legal practices and the broader business

• Demonstrated ability to present arguments and information to help shape strategic decisions and proven success in judgment and handling complex trademark matters

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent research skills, analytical skills, and attention to detail

• Superior organizational skills with the ability to effectively prioritize workload

• Ability to handle a high volume of deadline-intensive work, and excellent follow-up and follow-through skills

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Self-starter with an excellent work ethic and commitment to professionalism

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office software programs, Adobe software, trademark database software, billing software, document management software, and online research skills

• Willingness to learn and use new research materials and practice tools

Education:

• BA/BS degree

• ABA-approved Paralegal Certification