Career opportunities: Brand Protection Paralegal

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At Winston Taylor,  we set the standard, together.

Winston Taylor is a transatlantic law firm built for the businesses, people, and markets driving capital and innovation. Here, you're in the room. In the action. Sleeves rolled up.

You'll work with leading clients. Disruptors. Fast-growth companies. And help them to stay one step ahead of the moment and make critical decisions that shape their future. We're present in the U.S., U.K., Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, combining the scale and speed that clients demand.
 
You'll be trusted with real responsibility from the outset and build experience through hands-on work. We take your progression personally. We provide the platform. You shape the work around your goals and aspirations.
 
Step into the moments that matter. Join Winston Taylor.

Position summary

Winston Taylor is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Brand Protection Formalities Paralegal to join our growing IP, Regulatory & Digital team in Dublin. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a leading international brands practice, supporting a diverse portfolio of global clients across innovative and fast-moving sectors.

You will play a key role in managing trade mark formalities across EU, U.K., Irish and international matters, working closely with associates, partners, and clients in a collaborative and expanding team environment.

Position responsibilities

• Prepare and file forms at the EUIPO to include trade mark applications, oppositions, assignments etc. and docketing/reporting prosecution stages.


• Monitor and manage the EUIPO user area.  Process all incoming e-communications. 


• Maintain accurate records on the firm's IP management system WebTMS.


• Liaise with clients, external counsel, and trade mark offices on routine and procedural matters.


• Deadline and diary management.  Proficiency in reviewing and docketing correspondence and deadlines.

Experience, skills, and qualifications

• Strong knowledge of EUIPO procedures and trade mark formalities.


• Excellent organisational and communication skills with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, professional environment.


• Prior experience as an IP or trade mark paralegal, preferably within a law firm or in-house legal team.

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