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Major, Lindsey & Africa

Interim Trademark Paralegal

Major, Lindsey & Africa, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Major, Lindsey & Africa’s Interim Legal Talent group is seeking a self‑driven temporary Senior Paralegal / Legal Operations Specialist for a technology‑focused client’s legal department.

Overview Our client seeks an Interim Trademark Paralegal to join a cross‑functional legal team supporting brand protection and trademark compliance. The initial assignment is 6+ months with potential for expanded responsibility and permanent employment. The position is full‑time (minimum 32–40 hours per week).

Company National Membership Organization (Advocacy & Education focus)

Experience Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.

Location Hybrid, Washington, D.C. metro area.

Responsibilities

Maintain the organization’s domestic and international trademark docket, monitor deadlines, and prepare status reports.

Assist with USPTO filings, including applications, renewals, and assignments.

Support brand protection efforts by corresponding with internal teams and external stakeholders regarding proper mark usage.

Develop educational materials and guidance promoting correct trademark usage.

Conduct knockout and preliminary searches using Corsearch, public search engines, and other platforms.

Prepare detailed search and clearance reports for internal review.

Assist with UDRP proceedings and domain name matters as needed.

Prepare corporate filings and maintain accurate records.

Provide general legal team support, including special projects and administrative tasks.

Partner across legal, communications, and brand teams; contribute to process improvements and SOPs for trademark workflows.

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of paralegal experience with exposure to trademark law.

Familiarity with USPTO procedures and trademark management tools (e.g., Corsearch).

Proven ability to manage concurrent projects in high‑volume environments.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Preferred Attributes

Collaborative, positive attitude and strong stakeholder communications.

Genuine interest in intellectual property and brand protection.

Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced setting.

Pay Rate $42 per hour.

Benefits Information regarding benefits can be found on MLA’s website in the Consultant Resources Page: https://www.mlaglobal.com/en/consultant-resources

Application All interested and qualified candidates should apply directly with Major, Lindsey & Africa for review and consideration.

EEO Statement Major, Lindsey & Africa does not discriminate against applications on the basis of age, sex, race or any other protected characteristics pursuant to applicable state or federal laws.

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