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Paralegal Specialist

Midland (MI, USA)Full-time2026-10-21 → 2026-11-10
Based in United StatesNo visa sponsorship

Core

Provide operational support for patent, trademark, and copyright processes within Dow's Innovation Law team, managing docketing, filings, and data integrity.

Role type

Paralegal Specialist (Intellectual Property Operations)

Builds

Accurate legal operations data, efficient case administration, and formal documentation for IP processes.

Domain

Intellectual Property Law / Legal Operations

Required skills

Attention to detail, Organization, Time Management, Systems proficiency, Data integrity management, Process adherence

Preferred skills

Knowledge of copyright and trademark processes, Proficiency with legal and vendor systems

Technologies

IP Management System (IPMS), Legal systems, Vendor systems

Responsibilities

Support U.S. and international trademark docketing and filing operations; Read and analyze incoming client mail for IP Case Team to determine due dates; Maintain accurate operations data and system records for patent annuities and trademark renewals; Manage centralized processes for patent and trademark maintenance and abandonments; Process and update patent and trademark laws in the IP Management System; Export renewal and abandonment batch files from vendors.

Seniority

Mid-level, individual contributor