Legal Analys (Trademark)

Location: Irvine, CA (Onsite)

Pay Rate: $35.63/hr.

Contract Duration: 11/15/2026 - 5/14/2027

Must have Trademark experience to be considered

Job Description

The Associate Analyst, Legal (Trademark) will support a leading corporate legal team that functions as an internal law firm within a sophisticated intellectual property program. This position is responsible for administering a global trademark portfolio with minimal reliance on outside counsel in the United States. The ideal candidate will have experience preparing and filing trademark applications, managing trademark docketing, coordinating with intellectual property attorneys, and supporting complex trademark matters, including global trademark oppositions.

This role requires a proactive, self-motivated professional with exceptional organizational, communication, and multitasking abilities. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, professionalism, flexibility, integrity, and the ability to effectively interact with internal stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

* Prepare and file domestic trademark applications and related correspondence

* Coordinate and file foreign trademark applications and related correspondence through foreign counsel

* Conduct trademark searches and analyze search results for proposed trademarks

* Maintain and organize trademark files and records

* Respond to trademark-related inquiries from internal marketing teams

* Obtain required signatures, authorizations, and supporting documentation for trademark applications, renewals, and other trademark matters

* Manage trademark docketing activities and track critical deadlines through the company's IP management system

* Prepare trademark-related documentation using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other systems

* Communicate professionally with internal employees and external legal counsel

Basic Qualifications

* High School diploma or equivalent required

* Minimum 1 year of Trademark Paralegal or Trademark Analyst experience required

* Strong knowledge of USPTO forms, procedures, and trademark-related deadlines

* Ability to work proactively, take initiative, follow instructions, prioritize workload, and collaborate effectively within a team environment

* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

* Experience using IP management and document management software

* Strong written and verbal communication skills

* Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail

* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

* Ability to think strategically and identify opportunities for process improvement

Preferred Qualifications

* Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

* ABA Paralegal Certification preferred

* Experience with Anaqua or Foundation IP Trademark Portfolio Management software preferred

* Prior law firm experience preferred

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.