Bcbsa
Brand Paralegal
US IL Chicago E
Sponsorship not specified$85k-$112kDetected 5 days ago
Project ManagementIntellectual PropertyResearchCommunicationCritical ThinkingWriting
About the role
- The job includes researching trademark laws and regulations, responding to client inquiries, and maintaining records.
- Assist Brand Counsel with enforcing the proprietary rights owned by the Association by investigating, negotiating and resolving trademark and domain name disputes with third parties.
- Assist Brand Counsel with conducting, reviewing, analyzing and advising on domestic trademark and derivative clearance searches on behalf of BCBSA and its affiliates.
Responsibilities
- The role is responsible for providing support to attorneys with various brand-related legal tasks.
- This position will provide support for the clearance of potential trademarks and assist with all facets of the prosecution and enforcement of the Association's international and domestic trademark portfolios.
- Maintain docketing and deadlines
Requirements
- Required BS or equivalent work experience
- Required 4+ Years experience as a trademark, corporate or litigation paralegal
- Familiarity with U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
- Knowledge of U.S. and international trademark law
- Ability to cultivate and maintain client and customer relationships
- Detail-Oriented
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, while demonstrating initiative
Nice to have
- Proficiency with CPI and WebTMS trademark docket databases preferred but not required
Skills
- Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Written and verbal communication skills with legal and nonlegal professionals
- Advanced critical thinking and research skills
- Advanced project management and organization skills
- Advanced word processing and writing skills
Compensation
- The posted salary range is the lowest to highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.
Benefits
- Assigned support areas may include brand, trademark, federal programs, litigation, legal operations, health care/regulatory law.
- This job is also eligible for annual bonus incentive pay.
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, 11 holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, generous 401(k) matching, lifestyle spending account and m any other benefits to eligible employees.
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