Barnes & Thornburg LLP · 4 hours ago
Intellectual Property Paralegal – IP (Trademark/TTAB Focus)
Minneapolis
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$90K/yr - $135K/yr
3+ years expBarnes & Thornburg is seeking an Intellectual Property Paralegal with experience in trademark litigation and opposition practice to join their Intellectual Property Department. This position will support attorneys in managing and coordinating proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB).
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Responsibilities
Manage TTAB case schedules, deadlines, and filings, including oppositions, cancellations, motions, and briefs
Monitor TTABVUE and USPTO for case updates; update dockets and escalate urgent deadlines as needed
Organize and maintain case files, exhibits, and trial materials
Prepare, format, and file documents with the TTAB (TTABVUE), USPTO, and federal courts
Docket and calculate time-sensitive deadlines in compliance with TTAB rules and proactively confirm coverage for all deadlines
Support attorneys with discovery, evidence management, and drafting motions or procedural filings
Prepare legal correspondence, research orders or case law, and assist with cite-checking
Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, and opposing counsel
Collaborate across offices, coordinating with attorneys, paralegals, docketing teams, and clients
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; B.S. preferred, Paralegal Certificate preferred
3-5 years of intellectual property paralegal experience, with a focus on trademark opposition or TTAB matters
Experience with USPTO/TTABVUE filings and federal litigation procedures
Strong docketing, document management, and organizational skills
Excellent communication and time management abilities; detail-oriented
Ability to work independently and as part of a team across multiple offices
Preferred
Experience with IP docketing and case management systems preferred
Company
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