Paralegal - Trademark & Intellectual

The position of Paralegal - Trademark & Intellectual is responsible for providing day-to-day paralegal support to in-house counsel in multiple jurisdictions regarding legal issues with different levels of complexity, including, but not limited to, drafting, reviewing, processing, revising, tracking, and filing of legal documents as well as providing assistance with litigation, corporate governance, special projects and performing other operational assignments for the Company and its subsidiaries. The role is based in the U.S., at our Las Vegas, Nevada office or our Franklin, Tennessee office, with hybrid schedules currently available.

What You'll Do

• Conduct basic and intermediate clearance analysis of trademarks, artwork, and marketing materials, maintain trademark and copyright portfolio and records, and prepare reports to internal business clients under the direction of in-house counsel

• Prepare and file trademark and copyright applications and related maintenance submissions

• Coordinate with foreign counsel on trademark prosecution and maintenance outside of the U.S.

• Work on low and medium-effort legal documents that require minimum independent drafting (primarily by utilizing Company approved templates or modifying same) 

• Ensure priority and rush assignments are handled effectively and efficiently

• Assist with due diligence investigations in connection with Company transactions

• Communicate consistently to in-house counsel, business clients, vendors, and the USPTO and WIPO

• Demonstrate intermediate professional skills and business acumen

• Demonstrate a consistent commitment to the values of the Legal Team

• Process IP correspondence and draft response documents 

• Data entry into the global IP database

What We're Looking For

• A minimum of 5 years relevant experience as an intellectual property paralegal either with a law firm, corporation, or both

• Background in trademark clearance and prosecution

• A paralegal certificate, or equivalent country certification, is required

• Self-motivated and efficient, with good business judgment and analytical skills

• Ability to efficiently manage workload and react promptly to multiple deadlines while meeting personal and team key performance objectives

• Must maintain a professional demeanor

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Detail-oriented and organized

• Intermediate Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, DocuSign, and Adobe Professional skills

• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities

• Must be able to work with highly confidential and sensitive documents and information and maintain such confidentiality to protect the Company

Why Aristocrat?

Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.

We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. We offer a range of flexible working options through all.flex, our flexible hybrid work model and invite you to have a conversation with us about flexible working. EEO M/F/D/V

• World Leader in Gaming Entertainment

• Robust benefits package

• Global career opportunities

Our Values

• All about the Player

• Talent Unleashed

• Collective Brilliance

• Good Business Good Citizen

The US based roles may require registration with the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) and/or other gaming jurisdictions in which we operate.

Travel ExpectationsNone

Pay Range$34.38 - $63.86 per hour

Our goal is to pay a market competitive salary focusing near the median of our pay ranges. However, final offers for all positions will be based on several factors such as experience level, education, skills, work location, and internal pay equity.