Paralegal - Trademark

 

We’re a leader in the pet care industry, which means we’re not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our associates dare to Stand Taller. We innovate new products, impart new agilities into existing processes, constantly advance pet nutrition, and always pay it forward in the form of service for our communities and families. Are you up for the dare?

 

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Position Summary

 

At Nestlé Purina, we believe in the power of pets and people coming together. Our Legal professionals excel at anticipating business needs and taking proactive measures to ensure compliance with industry standards and practices. Their deep understanding of the intricate details, often unknown to most, helps us make an immeasurable difference in every aspect of what we do. Nestlé Purina is a place where teams and projects are shaping the future of pet care, and we rely on our Legal professionals to provide the invaluable insights that contribute to our success. 

As a Paralegal, you’ll be an integral part of ensuring that Purina’s intellectual property assets are strategically developed, appropriately managed, and sufficiently protected to support the business.  You'll work in close collaboration with other members of the Global Brand IP organization.

 

• Conduct domestic and foreign trademark searches and risk assessments, including preparing preliminary clearance reports for attorney review
• Assist with global intellectual property enforcement matters, including research and evidence gathering for lawsuits, oppositions, cancellations, and other disputes, and related correspondence with business partners and external agents
• Responsible for Purina’s global intellectual property docket and portfolio, including management of all deadlines and necessary filings related to prosecution, enforcement matters, and renewals
• Provide internal guidance to Purina’s business teams concerning Brand IP, including trademark clearance, trademark applications, trademark registration maintenance, and trademark usage
• Keep up to date on new legal department technology and best practices and assist in the implementation and training of the tools

 

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED equivalent AND advanced degree or paralegal certificate
• 3+ years of experience as a trademark paralegal in a law firm and/or corporate legal department

 

Other

• Domestic and foreign trademark search and clearance experience is preferred

 

The approximate pay range for this position is $59,000 to $86,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits.  Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)