Intellectual Property Paralegal
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Overview
Job Description
At YETI, we believe that time spent outdoors matters more than ever and our gear can make that time extraordinary. When you work here, you’ll have the opportunity to create exceptional, meaningful work and problem solve with innovative team members by your side. Together, you’ll help our customers get the high-quality gear they need to make the most of their adventures. We are BUILT FOR THE WILD™.
TheIntellectual Property Paralegalwillsupportthemanagement and development ofYETI’strademarkportfolio. We arelooking for an energetic, driven,and experienced IP paralegal to join YETI’s growingLegalDepartment. The right candidate enjoys learning and working hard in a collaborative environment. We are looking for a paralegal who canassistinmanagingour current day-to-daytrademarkprosecution matters and portfolio management responsibilities,andsomeonewho iswilling tolearnandwork withother departments with positivity and enthusiasm.Additionally, this position may alsowork on patent-related projects andconductadvertising andmarketing reviews.The role is based in Austin, Texas and will report to the Sr. IP Strategyand LegalOperationsManager.
Responsibilities:
Assistin managing trademark portfolio and coordinate with outside counsel under guidance.
Coordinate with outside counsel for new filings, prosecution, and other trademark matters
Assistin managingannuitiesand renewalsfor IP matters
Formal document management: obtaining signatures for patentand trademarkdocuments (i.e.declarations, assignments, Apostille certification, powers of attorney)
CollectStatements of Use and first use datesfor trademark prosecution
Perform and analyze trademark clearance searches
Review and analyze trademark watch notices
Communicatewith internalbusiness teamsregardingIP prosecution needs and deadlines
Conduct online investigations ofpossible infringements
Conduct copyright searching andapplicationfiling
Maintain trademark use guidelinesformultiplejurisdictions
Reviewadvertising andmarketing materials forproper trademark usageandaccuracy of marketingclaimsand sufficiency of corresponding substantiation
Qualificationsand Attributes:
Bachelor's degree
Minimum of5+yearsofrelatedexperienceasatrademarkparalegalin a law firm or in-house legal department
In-house experiencewithmanaging a global portfolio ispreferred
Strong understanding of domestic and international trademark processes
Working knowledge ofpatents, copyrights, tradedressand domain names
Excellent written and oral communications skills are essential, as are strong interpersonal skills and customer service orientation
Highly motivated and excited to learn allfacetsof intellectual property
Advancedproficiencyin the use of IP portfolio management and docketing software,and MS Office for the creation and editing of documents, spreadsheets,andpresentations
Proficiencyin conducting trademark clearance searches and managing trademark watch notices, preferably using CORSEARCH
Ability to build relationships with all levels of clients
Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
Ability to issue spotand escalate accordingly
Ability to work under general direction and seeks guidance on new or unusual situations
Highly organized and detail oriented with a strong abilityto prioritize competing tasks
Ability and willingness to take initiative to address problems and make continuous process improvements
A sense of humor and commitment to professionalism, integrity, and collegiality
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Benefits & Perks:
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YETI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Our commitment to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is at the center of everything we do for our employees. We embrace all applicants looking to bring their authentic selves to YETI and contribute to our mission of keeping the wild WILD. Find out more about our commitment to DE&I atyeti.com/esg.html.
All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.
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