Brand Protection Administrator

About the Role Join a growing intellectual property team as a Brand Protection Administrator to support attorneys with managing domestic and international trademark portfolios and occasional copyright matters. This contract-to-hire role partners closely with attorneys and clients to ensure accurate, timely handling of trademark prosecution, maintenance, and portfolio management activities. What You'll Do

• Support U.S. and foreign trademark prosecution, including applications, renewals, maintenance filings, assignments, and Madrid Protocol matters
• Prepare and file trademark-related documents through USPTO, WIPO, and foreign counsel channels
• Conduct preliminary trademark searches and prepare summaries for attorney review
• Assist with TTAB oppositions, cancellations, appeals, and UDRP proceedings
• Monitor and manage trademark deadlines, docket updates, and portfolio maintenance
• Prepare copyright applications and related filings
• Coordinate with foreign associates regarding filings, renewals, office actions, and assignments
• Support corporate transactions, due diligence reviews, and chain-of-title research
• Handle new client intake, file transfers, and portfolio organization
• Maintain electronic files and assist with document management and record retention What We're Looking For
• Prior trademark prosecution or trademark paralegal/administrator experience required
• Experience managing domestic and international trademark portfolios
• Familiarity with USPTO systems, including Trademark Center, TEAS, and Assignment Center
• Working knowledge of Madrid Protocol filings and WIPO systems preferred
• Experience with trademark docketing systems (Foundation IP a plus)
• Strong research, organizational, and deadline-management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• High level of attention to detail and client service orientation Nice to Have
• TTAB proceedings, UDRP matters, and copyright filings
• Trademark litigation support in state or federal court
• Corporate due diligence and intellectual property portfolio reviews Compensation & Benefits
• Salary: 40-55 USD per hour
• Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan.