Join the World's Top Legal Talent Network

Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish’s San Diego or Minneapolis teams in our fast-paced Practice Systems Department as a Trademark Paralegal.

How Will You Make a Difference?

By supporting our Trademark team with

Preparing and filing documents required in the prosecution and maintenance of U.S. trademarks, using the U.S. PTO’s ETEAS filing system.Preparing and filing documents required in the prosecution and maintenance of Madrid-based filings with WIPOCommunicating with clients regarding requirements for filing applications, maintaining trademarks, and reviewing evidence of use required in connection with these trademark documentsCorresponding directly with foreign associates on routine trademark prosecution, opposition, cancellation, and/or maintenanceHandling or assisting on special projects as assigned, including copyright applications, customs recordation, UDRP actions, client website review and domain name registration

What Will You Bring to the Table?

3+ years’ experience as a Trademark Paralegal (or similar equivalent experience) with both U.S. and foreign trademark prosecution.Familiarity with TTAB proceedings, copyright filings and UDRP actions.Experience with worldwide trademark laws and procedures, including WIPO filings.Trained in conducting preliminary trademark searches. Ability to commute to the office 3 days per month

Why Fish?

When You Join Our Team, We Offer

Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursementAward-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contributionA family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiativesA positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace 2023 designation by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagementOur salary range for this position in San Diego is $51.28 - $66.16 per hour

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the world’s greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team enhances the quality of legal services we provide to our clients, sustains our standing as a premier IP law firm, and strengthens the fabric of our firm.