Morrison Foerster LLP, an Am Law 50 law firm with 18 offices worldwide, has an opening for a Trademark Paralegal within Litigation Group in our San Francisco office!
The Opportunity
It's an exciting time to join MoFo as a Trademark Paralegal working with our premier Litigation group!
Paralegal Responsibilities
Develop practice-specific knowledge, skills, and experience to manage projects and determine appropriate course of action; maintain proficiency in technology relevant to the position.
Complete assignments following well-defined procedures; apply accrued knowledge and skills to manage general tasks independently.
Develop research skills to identify and organize information and verify accuracy and completeness of information.
Leverage resources to ensure highest quality of work product and to increase efficiency.
Effectively organize and manage assignments to complete competing tasks within a timely manner.
Organize and maintain files and databases relevant to practice group.
Develop analytical skills to identify issues and effectively make decisions; resolve issues of limited scope and complexity exercising good judgment.
Comply with administrative requirements to meet billable expectations; prepare and release timenotes on a daily basis; prepare and submit timecards on a weekly basis.
Ideal Candidate
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Two years relevant experience in practice area or comparable work experience preferred.
Trademark experience preferred.
Teamwork and Applied Skills
Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines under general supervision.
Strong sense of accountability and taking ownership over projects.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail in preparing work product.
Ability to work concurrently on a variety of projects; flexibility in shifting focus.
Excellent writing and communication skills.
Proactive approach to finding solutions.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.
Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet business and client needs.
Flexibility to travel may be required.
Who We Are
At Morrison Foerster, our culture is defined by our deeds.
We’re passionate about what we do.
We’re equally passionate about how we do it.
We resist hierarchies and operate within a model of respect — for our colleagues, their ideas, and the differences that make us stronger.
We encourage you to learn more about who we are, and what we do.
Should you find you’re ready to do the best work of your life, we encourage you to let us know!
Where required by law, salary ranges are stated below.
Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, overtime as applicable, health/welfare benefits, retirement contributions, paid holidays, and PTO.
The range displayed is specifically for positions performed in those cities/states and may vary based on factors including but not limited to the following: local market data and ranges; an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience; and certain degrees, licensing, and certifications.
San Francisco, CA salary range: $56K-$86K
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