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J.CREW

IP Paralegal

New York, NY, USA (Headquarters) Full time

Our Story

J.Crew gets you dressed every day, for every occasion. 

Since 1983, we’ve been creating classics that feel familiar and refreshingly new, crafted with unbeatable quality and distinctive point of view—it’s no wonder we’ve been in your closet for four decades and counting.

Today, we continue to do the classics our way, inspiring not only how you shop but how you define your personal style. Our commitment runs deeper than just making great clothes—we’re proud of our role in getting you dressed with confidence, character, and celebrating a distinctly American sensibility that makes us who we are. 

Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Sustainability has been celebrated with industry recognition, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable workplace.

Our IP Paralegal will be a key member of our in-house legal team, responsible for providing legal support and assisting in the management of J. Crew Group’s intellectual property portfolio. The successful candidate will report to Corporate Counsel, Intellectual Property and Marketing and work closely with our marketing and design teams and will administer our intellectual property portfolio, conduct trademark and copyright searches, and partner with IP counsel in advising on the use of proposed J. Crew Group trademarks, copyrights, trade names, merchandise names, domain names, and trade dress.

Your daily impact:

  • Using the USPTO database, WIPO websites, and other IP online resources:
    • Conduct trademark searches for proposed collection of style names for apparel, footwear, jewelry, handbags, and accessories,
    • Conduct copyright and trademark searches for graphic designs, lace patterns, fabric patterns, and logos to be used on apparel, and
    • Conduct trade dress and patent design searches for footwear, handbags, and accessories;
  • Provide clearance opinions to the marketing, copywriter, and design teams for J. Crew, J. Crew Factory, crewcuts, and Madewell;
  • Assist with maintaining and organizing the company’s IP clearance database and internal trademark files, including docketing in WebTMS;
  • Assist with submitting and tracking takedown requests with social media platforms and third-party sites to report and remove infringing content (unauthorized use of trademarks, unauthorized use of images, etc.);
  • Assist with IP training for employees;
  • Assist with all aspects of U.S. trademark applications, including preparing extensions of time, statements of use, renewals, etc.;
  • Correspond with foreign counsel in connection with the management of the company’s global IP portfolio;
  • Review the docket on a daily basis to track all deadlines associated with company’s trademark portfolio;
  • Assist with drafting sweepstakes rules;
  • Monitor developments in intellectual property and advertising law; and
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate
  • 3+ years of experience in intellectual property and/or advertising law, either in-house or at a law firm
  • Ability to work independently
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Experience with USPTO and USCO online filing systems preferred
  • Familiarity with WebTMS preferred
  • Notary public a plus

We welcome you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes. Our passion is scouting life-long learners who are driven by curiosity, and who feel connected to our brands and share our desire to make an impact. We’re always seeking bright new talent who leverage their unique experiences to discover, grow and evolve with our teams.

Benefits + Perks

  • Health & Well-being - Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.

  • Associate Discount - We love our products just as much as you do! That’s why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).

  • Summer Fridays - In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday during the Summer months.

  • Community Impact - We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.

  • Winter Break - In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.

Note: Availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to work location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements.

Hourly Range: $33.65 - $40.38

At J.Crew Group (JCG) we aim to pay competitively for our company’s size and industry. The base salary offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region of work premises, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.  The base salary is just one component of J.Crew Group’s competitive total rewards strategy that also includes the opportunity for bonus, competitive benefits and perks.

One of our core focuses here at JCG is creating a community and culture that builds belonging. We are deeply committed to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, and we warmly welcome job applicants of all backgrounds.

 

JCG is proud to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law.