Job description

Cantor Fitzgerald Securities is looking for a detail-oriented and organized Paralegal to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in our Legal IP department, specifically focusing on trademarks, domain names and patents. Your primary responsibilities will involve managing a global portfolio of trademarks and domain names, including managing deadlines, filing, and drafting and sending client reporting letters and follow-ups. Additionally, you will assist with patents maintenance and annuities work, as well as related reporting and interactions with counsel and internal clients. • Manage trademarks and domain names, including, but not limited to: • Preparing and filing prosecution-related documents with the USPTO; • Drafting and sending client reporting letters and follow-ups; and • Managing domestic and international trademark deadlines. • Conduct research and maintain records, databases and docketing systems. • Assist with patents maintenance and annuities work. • Generate trademark, domain name and patent reports and ensure accurate record-keeping. • Liaise with counsel and internal clients to provide support and updates. • Stay updated on intellectual property regulations and best practices. • Collaborate with the Chief Technology and IP Counsel on strategic IP initiatives. • Maintain confidentiality and ensure data security. • Perform other ad-hoc tasks as assigned by the Chief Technology and IP Counsel. • Paralegal Certification, Bachelor's degree, or relevant work experience is required. • Law school students with at least two (2) full years of law school completed are also considered. • Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment. • Strong follow-up skills and proficiency in Excel are essential. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. • Ability to act on detailed instructions and work independently. • Highly organized with good judgment and a strong sense of confidentiality. • Familiarity with USPTO trademarks filing interface and CPI or similar docketing systems is an advantage. • Experience in a legal or corporate setting, preferably in intellectual property. • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. • A proactive and collaborative approach to work. *Role can be done from our Jacksonville, FL or NYC offices or remotely in the USA. Salary: $65,000- $90,000 The actual base salary will be determined on an individualized basis taking into account a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, education, and, where applicable, licenses or certifications held. In addition to base salary and a competitive benefits package, this position may be eligible for additional types of compensation including discretionary bonuses and other short- and long-term incentives (e.g., deferred cash, equity, etc.). #LI-DV1

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Manage trademarks and domain names, including, but not limited to: • Preparing and filing prosecution-related documents with the USPTO;
Drafting and sending client reporting letters and follow-ups; and
Managing domestic and international trademark deadlines.
Conduct research and maintain records, databases and docketing systems.
Assist with patents maintenance and annuities work.
Generate trademark, domain name and patent reports and ensure accurate record-keeping.
Liaise with counsel and internal clients to provide support and updates.
Stay updated on intellectual property regulations and best practices.
Collaborate with the Chief Technology and IP Counsel on strategic IP initiatives.
Maintain confidentiality and ensure data security.
Perform other ad-hoc tasks as assigned by the Chief Technology and IP Counsel.
Paralegal Certification, Bachelor's degree, or relevant work experience is required.
Law school students with at least two (2) full years of law school completed are also considered.
Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong follow-up skills and proficiency in Excel are essential.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to act on detailed instructions and work independently.
Highly organized with good judgment and a strong sense of confidentiality.
Familiarity with USPTO trademarks filing interface and CPI or similar docketing systems is an advantage.
Experience in a legal or corporate setting, preferably in intellectual property.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
A proactive and collaborative approach to work.
Role can be done from our Jacksonville, FL or NYC offices or remotely in the USA.
Salary: $65,000- $90,000

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