Senior Paralegal, Trademark

Job Description

Why PlayStation?

Senior Paralegal, Trademark

San Mateo, CA (Hybrid)

PlayStation is seeking a Senior Paralegal to join its Global Trademark team. This person will support PlayStation's large global trademark portfolio and intellectual property initiatives, including US and international trademark clearance, filing, prosecution, and maintenance work.

What you'll be doing:
• Instruct, docket, and manage trademark filings worldwide
• Conduct trademark database searches and common law searches and prepare clearance report for attorney review
• Correspond with foreign trademark agents and docket and maintain files
• Correspond with business teams concerning trademark clearance and other matters
• Prepare US trademark prosecution and maintenance filings for attorney review, including applications and renewals
• Assist with conflict matters, including managing evidence and documents for trademark oppositions and cancellations and domain disputes
• Prepare Powers of Attorney and coordinate legalization and notarization
• Prepare and prosecute copyright applications
• Provide guidance internally regarding proper use of trademarks
• Review product documentation for trademark use and intellectual property notices
• Assist in trademark process improvements and development of process documentation

What we're looking for:
• 8+ years of experience as a trademark paralegal with high-level responsibilities on a global trademark portfolio
• Bachelor's degree required
• Highly thorough and strong proofreading skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to consistently plan, prioritize, work independently, think critically, meet deadlines, and remain flexible in a multi-task environment
• General knowledge of domestic and foreign trademark law, policies, and processes
• Proficiency with MS Office products, particularly MS Word and Excel, and with intellectual property docketing software

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At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role's base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.

Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

In addition, this role is eligible for SIE's top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.

The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.

$132,900 - $199,300 USD

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.

PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r1xqym-18-188-132-192-42 in your application.