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Rite-Hite · 4 months ago

IP Paralegal

USA-WI-Milwaukee

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Rite-Hite is the global leader in the manufacture and distribution of industrial loading dock and door equipment. They are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented IP Paralegal to support their legal department’s intellectual property function, focusing on patents and trademarks.

Home ImprovementIndustrialIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturingProfessional ServicesService IndustryWarehousing

Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage the company’s global patent and trademark portfolios, including searching, filing, prosecution, and maintenance

Prepare and file U.S. and international patent and trademark documents, including assignments, declarations, IDS, and power of attorney forms

Maintain and update the IP docketing system, ensuring accurate deadlines and reminders as well as smooth integration with other legal and corporate systems

Assist with invention disclosure intake and processing; liaise with inventors and internal stakeholders

Monitor annuity and renewal deadlines and coordinate payment processes with third-party vendors

Conduct preliminary trademark searches and coordinate clearance reviews with counsel

Support and/or manage domain name maintenance and domain name enforcement activity

Support IP litigation and enforcement matters, including document collection and file preparation

Maintain and organize IP files, records, and documentation in accordance with company standards

Coordinate with outside counsel on prosecution, oppositions, and administrative proceedings

Assist in developing IP-related training materials and presentations for internal teams

Support financial management of the company’s IP portfolio, including vendor billing, execution of and adherence to fee arrangements, and budget tracking

Support competitive monitoring of third-party IP

Qualification

IP paralegal experienceU.S.International patent proceduresIP docketing systemsParalegal certificateManufacturing industry experienceOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaboration