Hybrid Temporary Paralegal

at Brooks Running

• Job title: Temporary Paralegal
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $40 - $50 per hour
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Seattle, United States

About the role

• Temporary IP Paralegal managing a global trademark portfolio for Brooks. Collaborating with in-house and outside counsel on trademark strategy and business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Execute company trademark strategy in cooperation with in-house counsel and direct outside counsel on various global trademark actions including applications, renewals, oppositions, non-use cancellations and appeals
• Oversee the trademark clearance process for new product names, technology names, and certain marketing assets, conducting in-house trademark research and working with outside counsel as needed, communicating results to attorney and/or clients
• Collaborate with the business and outside counsel to review, grant and manage trademark customs recordals, tracking deadlines and preparing materials for filing and/or for outside counsel
• Assist attorney with managing, drafting, and filing trademark oppositions, cancellations, and conflict matters (e.g., cease and desist letters)
• Manage, track, oversee, and produce evidence of use as needed to maintain global trademarks or for the purpose of opposition, cancellations and/or responding to office actions
• In partnership with counsel, manage certain trademark conflicts, negotiate resolutions, and communicate with opposing counsel
• Own frontline watch notice (and other third-party conflict), reviewing and making recommendations to counsel about the next steps, directing outside counsel according to business goals and in-house counsel advice
• Coordinate with and support in-house counsel in fighting counterfeits
• Support marketing by reviewing certain marketing assets, as needed, and conducting risk assessments, aligning attorneys on risk tolerance
• Draft terms and conditions for sales promotions and support attorneys in drafting longer form terms and conditions for contests and sweepstakes
• Research and review products and packaging for trademark, design, and copyright issues on an ad hoc basis as needed and as requested by in-house counsel
• Provide project management oversight and coordination with the legal team of all product collaborations, special editions, and sponsorships, including collaborating with contract team, marketing team, and supporting any intellectual property and/or licensing reviews
• Anticipate legal tasks independently and provide practical business advice and legal information on legal topics, escalating to in-house attorneys as needed and in a timely manner
• Compile reports and metrics for key leaders through dashboard summaries of all trademark and brand protection work
• Support docketing work, as needed, by inputting deadlines, saving files and emails, running reports, and/or coordinating with outside counsel or docketing clerk to manage deadlines and maintain files
• Perform other related duties as required

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, Paralegal Certificate a plus
• 3+ years at a law firm or inhouse IP position
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills to manage a calendar of litigation deadlines, ad hoc projects, and competing priorities
• Excellent judgment and decision making
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail
• Continuous improvement philosophy
• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret legal provisions
• Ability to solve problems and provide several options to solve a given situation
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage change, and be flexible
• Ability to be a team player and work well with a variety of personalities
• Takes pride in work with enthusiasm
• An eagerness and willingness to help others
• Unwavering demonstration of Brooks’ corporate values.

Benefits

• Benefits - including medical, dental, vision, HSA and employer contribution, FSA, family & fertility assistance, 401K Savings Plan and match, employee assistance program, and transportation assistance.
• Paid Time Off - Eleven paid holidays and paid sick.
• Perks - including product discounts, employee recognition, and fitness discounts.