Liz Harrington
About Liz Harrington
Liz Harrington is a Senior Trademark Paralegal at Inspire Brands, where she has worked since 2010. She specializes in trademark management, screening searches, and coordinating with outside counsel on trademark filings and litigation support.
Work at Inspire Brands
Liz Harrington has been serving as a Senior Trademark Paralegal at Inspire Brands since 2010. In this role, she is responsible for managing trademark portfolios and coordinating with outside counsel on worldwide trademark filings and litigation support. Harrington utilizes Patricia docketing software for trademark management and supports the securitization process by ensuring all intellectual property-related requirements are met. Her work includes administering Watch and Domain Name Portfolios, as well as executing cease and desist letters and product takedowns on platforms such as eBay and Amazon.
Previous Experience in Trademark Law
Prior to her current position, Liz Harrington worked at Covidien as a Trademark Paralegal for a period of 10 months from 2009 to 2010. Before that, she spent 22 years at Thomson Reuters as a Senior Trademark Research Analyst from 1987 to 2009. In these roles, she gained extensive experience in conducting and analyzing domestic and global trademark screening searches using TESS and SAEGIS databases, which has contributed to her expertise in trademark law.
Education and Expertise
Liz Harrington earned her Bachelor's degree in Marketing from Nichols College, where she studied from 1984 to 1987. She later completed a Paralegal Certificate Program at the Center for Legal Studies in 2009. This educational background has equipped her with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in her role as a Senior Trademark Paralegal, particularly in trademark management and intellectual property law.
Trademark Management Responsibilities
In her role, Liz Harrington conducts thorough reviews of marketing materials, social media content, packaging, and menu boards to ensure proper trademark marking. She also plays a key role in the administration of trademark portfolios, including both Watch and Domain Name Portfolios. Her responsibilities extend to executing cease and desist letters and managing product takedowns on various online platforms, showcasing her comprehensive approach to trademark management.