Paralegal Intellectual Property

We are currently recruiting for a Paralegal that will work closely with the Intellectual Property group to provide support on various legal issues while serving as liaison between internal and external resources, initially requiring some guidance and direction, with reduced levels of supervision as experience grows.

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In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:


* Provides assistance to Emerson’s in-house attorney(s) to ensure the company’s legal strategies are driven in an efficient and effective manner as assigned, including:  
+ Maintaining Emerson’s patent, trademark, annuity management, domain name and social media site databases/systems as well as associated guidelines of use, training, reporting, and user assistance
+ Business Assistance: assisting business units with policy and procedure compliance, provide guidance on IP inquiries, integrate newly acquired businesses
+ Engaging with various groups, such as IP counsel (Emerson or external), coordinators, 
+ Assisting in the management of IP applications, licensing, annuity, prosecution, and registration activities


* Acquires and distributes legal correspondence, including communication with outside counsel and drafting of basic legal documentation.


* Interfaces with members of the Legal team and other Emerson collaborators to make sure the team is in compliance with administrative requirements.


* Research information as assigned on existing agreements and contractual programs. 


* Assists with analysis and compiling data for reports.


* Maintains  files, relevant databases, and general work processes to maximize the efficiency and productivity of the Intellectual Property group;


* Coordinates meetings and outreach events with outside counsel and other key contacts and other tasks as assigned.


* Advances strategic improvement opportunities and other tasks as assigned

Who You Are:

You model collaboration across the organization.

You learn quickly when facing new situations.

You deliver messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner.

You enjoy multi-tasking; applies knowledge of the organization to advance multiple objectives.

You readily learn and adopts new technologies. 

For This Role, You Will Need:


* Associate’s degree in applied science in Paralegal Studies or equivalent Paralegal training or certification. 


* Relevant years of professional level experience in Intellectual Property commensurate with the level of this position.


* Good working knowledge of US and foreign patent and trademark laws and regulations


* Advanced MS Office skills


* Excellent oral and written English language skills


* Strong organizational skills, reliable and good attention to detail


* Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future.  Sponsorshi...