GIA (Gemological Institute of America) · 15 hours ago
Sr. Paralegal, Intellectual Property
Carlsbad, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$82K/yr - $117K/yr
5+ years expGIA (Gemological Institute of America) is the world’s foremost authority in gemology. They are seeking an experienced Intellectual Property Senior Paralegal to manage and protect the company’s global IP portfolio, including trademarks, patents, and copyrights, while collaborating with the Legal Affairs team and business stakeholders.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Manage and maintain the company’s domestic and international trademark and patent portfolios
Coordinate and track filings, renewals, and deadlines with outside counsel
Monitor IP watch notices, assist with clearance searches, and support enforcement efforts
Maintain IP records and databases, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting
Assist with IP-related agreements, audits, and due diligence projects
Provide general support on copyright, licensing, and other IP matters as needed
Conflict Resolution: able to settle differences in productive ways while minimizing disruptions. Willingness to confront issues. Facilitates breakthroughs by integrating diverse views and finding common ground or acceptable alternatives
Maintains & fosters sensitivity and respect for cultural diversity. Seeks to understand different perspectives and cultures
Mentoring: Always shares and transfers knowledge locally and/or globally to team members as needed
Computer skills: Strong knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related field, and 5+ years of IP paralegal experience in a law firm and/or corporate legal department; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Paralegal certificate from an accredited program or equivalent experience
Strong working knowledge of U.S. and international trademark and patent systems, procedures and filings (e.g.: USPTO, WIPO, EUIPO)
Experience managing IP databases/docketing systems
Proficiency in IP docketing systems
Proficiency in reading, writing and speaking in English
Ability to communicate complex info in a simplified and clear manner
Ability to create positive interactions with colleagues
Ability to interface well with others and balance the interests of multiple stakeholders
Ability to work on complex issues requiring strong judgement and decision-making abilities
Ability to manage time and priorities appropriately
Ability to adapt to change and multi-task while maintaining attention to detail
Personal accountability for decisions, actions & outcomes
Strong knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Benefits
Competitive medical, dental, vision and matching 401-K plans
Paid vacation, sick and holidays, tuition assistance, commuter benefits
Company
GIA (Gemological Institute of America)
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. But quality is a matter of science.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Pritesh Patel
President & CEO
Recent News
2026-01-14
2025-11-14
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