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Proskauer

Foreign Filing Paralegal

New York, NY · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

... sports leagues, entertainment industry legends and other industry- redefining companies. We are ... The IP Foreign Filing Paralegal will provide support to clients, attorneys, paralegals and ...

United Wholesale Mortgage

Paralegal

Pontiac, MI

The Paralegal assists leaders on the Legal and Compliance team by performing a variety of legal ... various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court * Wellness area, including an in-house ...

Proskauer

Senior Paralegal

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $145K/yr

... sports leagues, entertainment industry legends, and other industry-redefining companies. The Firm ... Supervising junior paralegals as needed * Interact and liaise with clients and vendors ...

Proskauer

Senior Paralegal

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $145K/yr

... sports leagues, entertainment industry legends, and other industry-redefining companies. The Firm ... seeks a Litigation Paralegal to assist the Litigation practice groups in all phases of the ...

Proskauer

Senior Paralegal

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $145K/yr

... sports leagues, entertainment industry legends, and other industry-redefining companies. The Firm ... seeks a Litigation Paralegal to assist the Litigation practice groups in all phases of the ...

United Wholesale Mortgage

Paralegal

Pontiac, MI

... various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court * Wellness area, including an in-house ... Bachelor's degree in relevant field or Paralegal certificate with a minimum of one year of ...

United Wholesale Mortgage

Paralegal

Pontiac, MI

... various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court * Wellness area, including an in-house ... Bachelor's degree in relevant field or Paralegal certificate with a minimum of one year of ...

Authentic Brands Group

Trademark Paralegal

New York, NY · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Its roster includes Reebok, Champion, Shaquille O'Neal, David Beckham, Kevin Hart, Sports ... The Trademark Paralegal assists Authentic's IP team with all phases of U.S. and international ...

Proskauer

Patent Litigation Paralegal

New York, NY · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

... sports leagues, entertainment industry legends and other industry- redefining companies. We are ... This paralegal will also assist the patent prosecution team regarding patent due diligence searches ...

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How much do sports paralegal jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for sports paralegal in the United States is $59,731.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $68,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sports paralegal?

To thrive as a Sports Paralegal, you need a strong understanding of contract law, intellectual property, and sports regulations, typically supported by a paralegal certificate or associate's degree. Familiarity with legal research tools like Westlaw or LexisNexis, case management software, and knowledge of compliance systems related to sports law are advantageous. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and strong communication abilities help distinguish top candidates in this role. These skills are vital for efficiently supporting sports attorneys, preparing legal documents, and ensuring regulatory compliance in a fast-paced and high-profile environment.

What does a sports paralegal do?

A Sports Paralegal provides legal support in the sports industry, assisting attorneys with contracts, compliance, intellectual property, and dispute resolution. They help prepare legal documents, conduct research, and ensure that teams, athletes, and organizations adhere to regulations. Their work often involves negotiations, sponsorship agreements, and understanding sports law.

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Infographic showing various Sports Paralegal job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 65% Full Time, 31% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,731 per year, or $28.7 per hour.

Foreign Filing Paralegal

Proskauer

New York, NY • On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description


The world's leading organizations and global players choose Proskauer to represent them when they need it the most. With 800+ lawyers in key financial centers around the world, we are known for our pragmatic and business-savvy approach.
Proskauer is the place to turn when a matter is complex, innovative, and game-changing. We work seamlessly across practices, industries and jurisdictions with asset managers, private equity and venture capital firms, Fortune 500 and FTSE companies, major sports leagues, entertainment industry legends and other industry- redefining companies. We are proud of our many achievements across a full spectrum of transactional and contentious practices.
The IP Foreign Filing Paralegal will provide support to clients, attorneys, paralegals and secretaries in all aspects of patent foreign filing, U.S. National Stage, and U.S. Bypass Continuation Application Filings. They must remain current on all U.S., PCT and foreign patent rules and rule changes in national offices. The Foreign Filing Paralegal will report directly to the Manager of IP Prosecution Services.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare and submit patent filings in all foreign jurisdictions, including PCT, Paris Convention, and national phase filings.
  • Use ePCT to prepare electronic international application packages for filing with the U.S. Receiving Office or, when appropriate, filing directly with the International Bureau.
  • Prepare instructions to foreign associates outlining our clients' instructions for both direct and national phase patent applications.
  • Review and maintain docket of associated deadlines for assigned clients, including but not limited to management and tracking of all aspects of foreign formalities associated with filing.
  • Coordinate with outside vendors to handle foreign formalities, e.g. translations, formal drawings, and apostille/legalization as necessary to comply with country law requirements.
  • Prepare draft estimates for various stages of foreign prosecution from direct or PCT filing to Regional Validations stage. Knowledge of Global IP Estimator a plus.
  • Manage large name change projects in multiple jurisdictions.
  • Review large patent schedules and confirm information against foreign patent office databases.
  • Serve as the primary contact for foreign associates from first filing to request for examination.
  • Timely report incoming foreign mail and as-filed documents to clients.
  • Coordinate the status of transferred applications and notify foreign associates of bulk changes to the assignee, docket numbers and attorney assignments.
  • Prepare and file disclosure documents in relevant copending applications and understand the rules of disclosure in foreign jurisdictions.
  • Keep current with changes in foreign country law.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • A minimum of 3 years of foreign filing experience in a fast-paced law firm environment
  • Experience with life sciences-based patent prosecution strongly preferred
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines with minimum supervision
  • Sound judgment and ability to respect, protect and maintain highly confidential and sensitive information
  • Ability to quickly and proactively identify problems and develop solutions
  • Work independently and escalate concerns when needed
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, and ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal
  • Must work well in team environment and maintain a positive team atmosphere
  • Strong technical skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and patent docketing software; ePCT and Foundation IP experience a plus
  • Experience working with PatDocs, Derwent, and TotalPatent One is a plus
  • Willingness and flexibility to work overtime as needed

This position will require physical presence in Proskauer's offices on a regular basis (at least 3x per week, or more, if it becomes the policy of the Firm or as business needs require). The anticipated compensation range for this position is $90,000 - $120,000. The actual salary offered will be based on a number of factors including but not limited to the qualifications of the applicant, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.
Proskauer is committed to providing a work environment that includes equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, citizenship, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, or any other legally protected status.

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