Lisa Helmle
Irvine
Summary
Detail-oriented Trademark Paralegal with 25 years of experience in portfolio management, problem-solving, and client communication. Skilled in managing trademark filings and ensuring timely responses to USPTO and foreign trademark offices. Recognized for strong analytical thinking and multitasking abilities. Proficient in drafting legal documents and conducting comprehensive trademark searches. Strong work ethic and adaptability. Works effectively unsupervised and quickly masters new skills. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes while thriving under pressure.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Trademark Paralegal
Knobbe, Martens, Olson & Bear LLP
Irvine
03.2001 - Current
- Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
- Conducted comprehensive trademark searches to identify potential conflicts.
- Drafted cease-and-desist letters, affidavits of use, assignments, office action responses, and other legal documents related to trademarks.
- Corresponded with clients and foreign associates regarding status of their trademark applications or other matters related thereto.
- Monitored deadlines and ensured timely responses to USPTO communications as well for foreign deadlines.
- Generated reports on pending cases, deadlines, renewals using various software programs.
- Assisted attorneys with preparing and filing trademark applications with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
- Managed trademark filings and registrations for diverse client portfolios.
Education
Paralegal Certificate -
UC Irvine Division of Continuing Education
Irvine06-2001
Bachelor of Science - Finance, Real Estate and Law
California State Polytechnic University
Pomona, CA06-2000
Skills
- Portfolio management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Calm under pressure
- Analytical thinking
- Multitasking
- Team collaboration
- Document preparation
Timeline
Trademark Paralegal
Knobbe, Martens, Olson & Bear LLP
03.2001 - Current
Paralegal Certificate -
UC Irvine Division of Continuing Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance, Real Estate and Law
California State Polytechnic University