Michiele Perlichek

Lead Trademark Paralegal with deep expertise in U.S. and international trademark prosecution, enforcement, opposition and cancellation proceedings, managing large, complex global portfolio. Currently oversee 7,100+ active trademark applications and registrations and 250+ active conflict matters, coordinating filings, office action responses, statements of use, maintenance, and enforcement activities across multiple jurisdictions in collaboration with U.S. and international trademark counsel.

Trusted partner to our business, working closely with commercial teams and leadership to support enterprise branding campaigns and strategic naming projects for new enterprise and owned brands. Actively involved in strategy discussions, advising on clearance outcomes, risk tolerance, and brand protection approaches in collaboration with trademark counsel.

Vendor manager serving as the point of contact for Anaqua (IP management software company) and Corsearch (trademark and brand protection company), as well as the internal liaison for our Brands legal team (comprised of trademark, patent, claims, and marketing law). Responsible for vendor relationship and contract oversight.

Lead global IP docketing operations, including direct management of an India-based docketing team (11 contractors), overseeing workflows, onboarding, system access, and performance. Drive continuous process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and compliance across internal and external docketing functions.