IP - Trademark Clerk

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you.  We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.

Join our IP-Trademark Team as an IP-Trademark Clerk in our Minneapolis office.

We are seeking a highly skilled and meticulous professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities while ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. With a dedicated work ethic and a can-do attitude, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional service. With a client-focused mindset and an initiative-taking approach, you will play a critical role in driving success and anticipating needs. If you are someone who values precision, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team and make a meaningful impact.

This role will be based in our Minneapolis office, on an in-office basis. This role reports to the Business Director.

Position Summary

The Trademark Clerk will require outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work independently.  Key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: managing dockets, organizing files, and preparing legal forms. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages patent and trademark dockets

• Prepares and sends trademark reporting letters to clients

• Prepares legal forms, as needed

• Maintains and organizes client files and electronic databases

• Monitors the status of client files and tasks

• Conducts research on patent and trademark databases for due diligence purposes

• Works with IP attorneys on various dedicated projects, as required

• Performs various administrative tasks for IP-Trademark practice 

• Assists with other department activities/special projects as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor and presentation

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional, collaborative team

• High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively

• Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines, effectively prioritize multiple tasks

• Candidate must be highly motivated, self-starter who can work well under minimal supervision as well as take a proactive approach in being team oriented

Education & Prior Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is preferred

Technology

• Proficiency with Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and Outlook

• Experience with electronic document management systems; experience with iManage a plus

The expected pay range for this position is:

$22.58 to $25.07 per hour

Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.  Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program.  Additional voluntary programs include:  voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance.  Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.

GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.