Corporate Transactional /Trademark Legal Assistant Job at Expert Staffing West, Los Angeles, CA

L1YwbWhWM2tIMFJsUHM4SUVKenZ1Q3d5SHc9PQ==
  • Expert Staffing West
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Legal Assistant – Corporate & Trademark

The Legal Assistant supports three attorneys (primarily partners, but may include counsel, associates, and team attorneys) within the corporate and trademark departments. This role also provides coverage and assistance to other attorneys and legal staff as needed.

On the trademark side, the Legal Assistant supports attorneys with the clearance and prosecution of domestic trademarks. Responsibilities include managing trademark applications, preparing and filing documents with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), conducting preliminary trademark searches, drafting correspondence, assisting with due diligence, and preparing assignment and recording documents.

Key Responsibilities

  • Navigate and utilize the USPTO website and trademark search tools
  • Manage trademark docketing and review correspondence
  • Prepare reports, letters, and documentation related to trademark matters
  • Draft responses to USPTO communications and assist with filings
  • Prepare and finalize legal correspondence, memos, and reports
  • Proofread and edit documents to ensure accuracy and quality
  • Support attorneys with daily administrative and legal tasks
  • Enter and manage attorney time entries and assist with billing coordination
  • Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and other documentation as needed
  • Coordinate assignments with firm support teams and ensure deadlines are met

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of legal assistant or legal secretary experience, preferably in a law firm
  • Experience with USPTO procedures and trademark filings preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
  • Experience with systems such as iManage, ProLaw, or similar platforms is a plus
  • Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines and maintain confidentiality
  • Team-oriented, proactive, and able to work with minimal supervision
  • Must be able to pass a background check

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office

Similar Jobs

University of Houston

Department Business Administrator Job at University of Houston

 ...: Manages the administrative, financial, budgetary and human resources operations of a very complex university department. Plans and...  ...with Central Payroll, Human Resources, OSP and other department business managers. Oversees the management and maintenance of... 

The Recovery Village

Substance Abuse Counselor Job at The Recovery Village

 ...healthcare management company dedicated to treating addiction, substance abuse and mental health issues. We put behavioral health front and...  ...~ Minimum Credentials~ RMHCI(Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern)~ RMFTI(Registered Marriage & Family Therapist Intern... 

Aveanna Healthcare

Healthcare Administrative Specialist Job at Aveanna Healthcare

 ...Position: Operations Specialist (Medical Records Specialist) Join a Company That Puts People First! Aveanna Healthcare is one of the nations largest private duty nursing companies, continuing to grow and innovate. We pride ourselves on fostering a workplace culture... 

Jetro / Restaurant Depot

Cashier Job at Jetro / Restaurant Depot

 ...Position Title: Cashier Department: Front End Supervisor: Front End Manager FLSA: Full-Time/Part Time, Hourly, 6-8 Hour Shift, Union Restaurant Depot is a wholesale cash-and-carry foodservice distributor. Our mission is to provide our customers with Savings... 

Saga Education

Remote Math Tutor Job at Saga Education

 ...Education is the nonprofit leader in high-impact tutoring, with an ROI that is among the best...  ...who struggle with 6th12th-grade math. Find out how you can be a part of the meaningful...  ...using Saga Connect, our comprehensive online learning platform. Tutors will implement...