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About the Role

We are seeking a Trademark Paralegal to join our fast-paced legal team. In this role, you will balance strategic portfolio maintenance with active digital brand enforcement, serving a key role in safeguarding our global brand.

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of the worldwide trademark portfolio of the NBA and its affiliated leagues.
Prepare and file various USPTO documents, including trademark applications, Requests for Extensions of Time, Statements of Use, Amendments, Section 8 & 15 Affidavits of Use, Declarations of Incontestability, and Renewals.
Draft responses to USPTO Office Actions and international Office Actions and notifications.
Research and evaluate potential specimens of use for submission to the USPTO and foreign jurisdictions.
Oversee U.S. and international trademark portfolios, communicating with foreign outside counsel and coordinating with clients.
Assist with preparing, filing, and managing TTAB proceedings.
Audit e-commerce websites and digital marketplaces for counterfeit and unlicensed merchandise.
Draft and submit IP infringement notices and demand letters, targeting print-on-demand networks and international websites.
Track online takedown requests to ensure compliance and conduct follow-up.
Manage targeted platform takedowns requiring deep web research.
Address periodic digital enforcement spikes.
Provide event-based enforcement support, including anti-piracy and brand protection enforcement.
Assist in onboarding new digital enforcement portals, online marketplaces, platforms, and third-party league vendors.
Work with third-party technology vendors to streamline, coordinate, and execute global digital brand protection initiatives.
Prepare regular reports detailing enforcement efforts, campaign impacts, data analysis, and IP enforcement expenditures.
Provide support in connection with other online IP enforcement matters, including domain name disputes, UDRP proceedings, and ambush marketing threats.
Assist in managing state and federal customs enforcement efforts.

Requirements

At least 5 years of trademark or intellectual property paralegal experience in a law firm IP practice or an in-house legal department.
Working knowledge of USPTO procedures, TEAS filings, TTAB practice, and Madrid Protocol/WIPO filings.
Knowledge of trademark filing processes, international procedures, and foreign associate management.
Proficiency with IP docketing software such as CPI, Anaqua, or Pattsy (experience with Memotech is a plus).
Direct experience or familiarity with digital brand protection platforms and online marketplace takedown tools.
Sharp visual attention to detail for tracking online infringements, collecting evidence of use, and matching product photos.
Familiarity with document management systems and case-tracking databases.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and online research tools.
Fluency in core office productivity software, document management databases, and case-tracking databases.
Excellent time-management skills to handle a diverse workflow.

Skills

IP docketing software
Digital brand protection platforms
Online marketplace takedown tools
Microsoft Office Suite
Adobe Acrobat
Online research tools
Document management systems
Case-tracking databases

Location

Remote (one day per week)

Work Type

Remote
Onsite

Experience Level

5+ years

Education Level

University degree or a professional paralegal qualification

Salary/Compensations

$90,000-$110,000

Benefits

Annual discretionary performance bonus
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life/AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Fertility and family-forming assistance
Wellbeing allowance
Educational assistance
Mental health coaching/therapy
Tax advantaged accounts (HSA, healthcare/dependent care FSAs)
401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off (vacation, sick time, personal days)

About the Company

The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a global sports and media organization with the mission to inspire and connect people everywhere through the power of basketball.
The NBA operates five professional sports leagues: the NBA, WNBA, NBA G League, NBA 2K League and Basketball Africa League.
The NBA has a major international presence with games and programming available in 214 countries and territories in 60 languages.
NBA merchandise is for sale in more than 200 countries and territories on all seven continents.
NBA rosters feature a significant number of international players.
NBA Digital's assets include NBA TV, NBA.com, the NBA App and NBA League Pass.
The NBA has one of the largest social media communities in the world.
NBA Cares is the NBA's global social responsibility platform, partnering with community-based organizations to address education, inclusion, youth and family development, and health and wellness.

Equal Opportunity

We Consider Applicants For All Positions On The Basis Of Merit, Qualifications And Business Needs, And Without Regard To Race, Color, National Origin, Religion, Sex, Gender Identity, Age, Disability, Alienage Or Citizenship Status, Ancestry, Marital Status, Creed, Genetic Predisposition Or Carrier Status, Sexual Orientation, Veteran Status, Familial Status, Status As A Victim Of Domestic Violence Or Any Other Status Or Characteristic Protected By Applicable Federal, State, Or Local Law.
The NBA is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. Any individual working onsite in our New York and New Jersey offices must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The NBA will discuss accommodations for individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance.