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Hogan Lovells

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Legal
  • London
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AI generated summary

  • You need 1+ years in trademark prosecution, strong UK knowledge, computer literacy, attention to detail, and good communication skills. Initiative and team spirit are essential. CITMA sponsorship possible.
  • You will handle trademark filings, deadline monitoring, client correspondence, document preparation, and search reports while managing communications and administrative tasks in IP.

Requirements

  • At least 1 year experience in trade mark prosecution, design formalities or trade mark and design renewals is essential;
  • A good working knowledge of UK trade mark prosecution practice is preferred;
  • Demonstrates experience of managing a significant workload, adhering to tight deadlines;
  • Understands and adheres to firm policies (including in relation to billing and accounts payable management);
  • Demonstrates experience in implementing and maintaining processes in order to deliver an accurate and good quality service;
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with or without direct supervision;
  • A qualification as a CITMA Paralegal would be an advantage, but if the successful candidate has no such qualification, our firm is willing to sponsor the CITMA course subject to good performance for 6 months in the role;
  • Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in word processing and spreadsheets; and
  • Experience with Corsearch and Anaqua (or other trade mark portfolio management tools) would be a distinct advantage, although training will be given.
  • Meticulous, with good attention to detail;
  • Well-organised, personally “owns” workload and is able to manage it pro-actively without prompting as well as, over time, being able to anticipate the practice group’s needs and take action accordingly;
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including a clear and succinct writing style;
  • Is a team player, working well as part of a team including being willing to contribute to informal support and mentoring of others;
  • Good inter-personal skills, both orally and in writing, whether dealing with colleagues, service providers or client representatives; and
  • Pro-active and able to demonstrate initiative: for example through suggesting process improvements, seeking regular feedback on own performance and taking action to implement it where needed and providing positive and constructive feedback to others in a collegiate and supportive manner.

Responsibilities

  • Technical trade mark and design formalities at UKIPO and WIPO, including filing trade mark and design applications, all prosecution, renewal and post-registration steps which will require filling out and submitting official forms at UKIPO and WIPO;
  • Corresponding with fee-earners across our international practice, clients, foreign IP counsels, UKIPO and WIPO;
  • Processing all incoming communications from UKIPO, WIPO and foreign counsels, docket deadlines, distributing them to the relevant fee earners;
  • Arranging the preparation and execution of supporting documents for filings, recordals and renewals;
  • Monitoring deadlines and reminding the fee earners in good time to ensure they have been complied with;
  • Seeking instructions in relation to, and dealing with, renewals;
  • Providing administrative support including producing status reports for trade marks and designs, managing foreign IP counsels’ invoices, electronic filing of correspondence and assisting with data entry and maintaining our IP database;
  • Carrying out company searches and trade mark searches online as well as running searches via Corsearch; and
  • Collating trade mark search reports to enable our lawyers to provide advice to clients on availability and registrability of trade marks.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Trademark Paralegal.

Where is the office location for this job?

The office location for this position is in London.

What are the working hours for this role?

The working hours are 35 hours per week, from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm, but additional hours may be required.

Is there any flexibility in working patterns?

Yes, we are happy to consider agile and flexible working patterns, with up to 40% of time working from home and 60% working in the office.

What experience is required for this position?

At least 1 year of experience in trade mark prosecution, design formalities, or trade mark and design renewals is essential.

Is there any specific qualification needed for this role?

A qualification as a CITMA Paralegal is preferred, but the firm is willing to sponsor the CITMA course for a successful candidate without such qualification, subject to good performance for 6 months in the role.

What skills are essential for this Trademark Paralegal position?

Essential skills include attention to detail, strong written and verbal communication, the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, and good inter-personal skills.

Can you describe the kind of work the Trademark Paralegal will be doing?

The Trademark Paralegal will support the UK trade mark prosecution practice, including filing applications, corresponding with clients and international counsels, and managing deadlines and administrative tasks.

Is there support for professional development in this role?

Yes, the firm supports professional development, including sponsorship for the CITMA course after 6 months of good performance in the role.

What is the company culture like at Hogan Lovells?

Hogan Lovells promotes a collaborative and inclusive culture, where all employees are encouraged to participate in the Responsible Business program and where equal opportunities are prioritized.

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Employees
2010
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