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Intellectual Property Paralegal Jobs in New York, NY at Green Key Resources
Title: Intellectual Property Paralegal
Company: Green Key Resources
Location: New York, NY
A sports organization in NYC is seeking an Intellectual Property Paralegal to join their legal team. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in intellectual property law, including trademarks, copyrights, and patents. Experience supporting commercial licensing or working in sports/media/entertainment is a strong plus.
Salary: $70K – $80K base
Schedule: Hybrid in office, 3 days in office, 2 days remote
Hours: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Responsibilities:
Support legal team with drafting, reviewing, and tracking contracts and standard agreements
Manage and organize legal files, department trackers, and master calendar of deadlines
Coordinate document flow including signatures via DocuSign and follow-ups with stakeholders
Handle trademark applications and deadlines with the USPTO
Assist with enforcement efforts including gathering evidence of potential infringements
Track licensing deliverables and insurance compliance
Conduct research and provide legal administrative support
Interface with internal teams to ensure timely communication and documentation
Assist with continuous improvement of legal workflows and processes
Support additional legal and operational projects as needed
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in contracts management or as an IP paralegal
Strong experience with trademarks, copyrights, and licensing agreements
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); project management tools a plus
Ability to manage a high volume of transactions in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and written/verbal communication
Experience in sports, entertainment, or media is a plus
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a proactive mindset
