Paralegal

This is a Full Time Job

„X create and maintain a centralized copyright file; and
„X draft copyright registrations for all new EMI sound recordings and audiovisual works; and maintain the Copyright Office deposit account.
„X maintain the EMI North America trademark files;
„X assist attorneys with pending trademark applications, renewals, docket watching notices, and oppositions.
„X support piracy and infringement actions brought by the company or industry organizations by providing evidence of copyright ownership, including drafting declarations of ownership and collecting chain of title documentation; support actions for trademark infringement and cyber-squatting by providing information relevant to the company¡¦s marks;
„X Research and prepare reports identifying potential online litigation targets or potential business partners in coordination with Digital Business Development department;
„X monitor the Internet for unauthorized product; and
„X draft C&D letters.
„X assist in responding to discovery requests; assist in answering subpoenas;
„X respond to liens, levies, and garnishment orders;
„X research claims asserted against company;
„X research and file claims for unclaimed property held in the Company¡¦s name;
„X create and maintain files related to litigation
„X Providing administrative and paralegal support to attorneys in the Legal Affairs Department.
„X Type and revise settlement agreements, legal correspondence and other documents (primarily using MS Word, MS Excel and PowerPoint).
„X Prepare correspondence.
„X Maintain attorneys¡¦ calendars; coordinate and schedule conference calls and meetings; input and update contact information using Outlook.
„X Answer and cover phones for department attorneys
„X Coordinate travel arrangements for attorneys when needed; process expense reports.
„X Organize and file litigation documents on an ongoing basis.
„X Substantial liaising and following up for information from company and outside personnel.

Essential
-Degree qualified or equivalent
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills, extremely detail-oriented, with a professional demeanour
-Self-starter, who has the desire to take initiative and be resourceful
-Ability to multi-task and prioritize as is needed
-Must work well under pressure.
-Must have excellent typing and computer skills, including proficiency in Excel

Desirable

-Previous experience with/or an interest in learning the details of the music industry is desirable
-Knowledge of music also helpful