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Electrolux Group

Intellectual Property Paralegal

Electrolux Group, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245

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Overview Talent Acquisition Partner at Electrolux

At Electrolux, a leading global appliance company, we strive every day to shape living for the better for our consumers, our people, and our planet. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver enjoyable and sustainable living. Come join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from 100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute, and grow together.

Electrolux is looking for an IP Paralegal to become an integral part of the legal team in a stable, highly regarded consumer goods corporation. The position reports to the Senior Associate General Counsel and works with the other lawyers in the Legal Department.

All about the role:

The IP Paralegal will primarily support IP attorneys with day-to-day matters, including filing, docketing, clearance, and related IP administration in the U.S. and internationally.

What you’ll do As our IP Paralegal, you will be primarily responsible for assisting IP attorneys with day-to-day matters, including:

Prepare and file U.S. trademark applications, including electronic filings with follow-through to registration and post-registration maintenance and renewals

Manage trademark docket for deadlines; understand docket and action needed on each file

Conduct electronic recordation of assignment documents; review Notice of Recordation and report same to client and prepare client status reports

Comprehend chain of title in U.S. trademarks and ability to perfect same

Coordinate with foreign counsel on international clearance, filing, maintenance and renewal matters

Assist with trademark clearance projects, including U.S. screening and full searches and international screening and formal counsel searches

Assist in preparing and filing of trademark oppositions and cancellation proceedings

Assist in trademark filing strategy discussions and due diligence

Assist with anti-counterfeiting activities and online takedowns

Coordinate cease and desist letters/online take down notices with Electrolux managing IP counsel and business leaders

Assist with preparing and execution of IP related agreements including confidentiality agreements, joint development agreements, IP allocation agreements, technology procurement agreements, content acquisition agreements, licensing agreements, and settlement agreements in close coordination with Electrolux managing IP counsel

Prepare and file U.S. copyright applications

Coordinate the gathering of evidence in support of copyright, trademark and patent litigation proceedings

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal studies certificate required

5+ years of experience as a paralegal or similar legal role, with experience in a corporate legal department strongly preferred

Experience drafting, negotiating, and/or managing contracts in a corporate legal department

Experience working in MS Office Suite (Office, Excel, and PowerPoint)

Experience in the manufacturing industry a plus

Qualifications

Extensive knowledge of U.S. trademark rules and procedure; working knowledge of national laws of other countries; knowledge of Paris Convention and deadlines set therein and familiarity with the Madrid Protocol

Proficient with electronic research tools such as Saegis, USPTO and WIPO databases; and conduct preliminary trademark searches

Proficient with USPTO electronic trademark filing systems

Experience with Intellectual Property docketing systems, patent and trademark

Strong organizational and time and deadline management skills

Detail-oriented, able to organize and prioritize

Work independently, taking initiative to move projects to conclusion

Ability to manage deadlines and collaborate with legal team on special projects as needed

Where you’ll be This position will be based at our North America headquarters in Charlotte, NC.

It is the policy of Electrolux North America, Inc. (ENA) to select, develop and promote employees based on the individual's ability and job performance. ENA provides Equal Employment Opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employer/employee relationship without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex/gender, national origin, citizenship, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. ENA maintains a working environment free of harassment and illegal intimidation and complies with all applicable statutes concerning Equal Employment Opportunity.

Job details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Legal

Industries: Manufacturing

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