IP Paralegal Assistant

Overview

This position supports a busy IP practice within the Patent & Trademark group, assisting attorneys and paralegals with a full range of Patent and Trademark matters. The employer is seeking a candidate interested in a long-term career in the IP practice group (not a transitional role).

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the IP Paralegal, responsibilities include assisting with:

• Research and compilation of information pertaining to national and international intellectual property rights
• Preparation of status summary reports for attorneys and clients
• Coordination of international filings with foreign law offices and/or other foreign entities
• Maintenance of docket system of due dates for actions, including:
  • Responses
  • Renewals
  • Oppositions
  • Section 8 and 15 affidavits
  • Use affidavits
  • Patent Cooperation Treaty requirements
  • Payments of patent annuities in foreign countries
• Document management as needed, including photocopying, filing, scanning, and courier delivery services
• Data entry of matter information into applicable software
• Maintaining familiarity with Patent & Trademark concepts, practices, and procedures
• Familiarity and experience with adopting legal AI and ability to learn and implement new AI (preferred)
• Meeting annual targeted billable hours of 1000
• Performing other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Ability to deliver superior service to all internal and external customers and communicate effectively
• Ability to interact in a professional and courteous manner with clients and employees at all times; professional appearance required
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and adapt to changing business demands
• Ability to exercise good judgment at all times by making sound and practical decisions; ability to assume responsibility for decisions and act decisively under deadlines
• High level of professional integrity required; ability to maintain confidentiality and build trust
• Ability to lead and motivate the work of others; when applicable, ability to successfully manage direct report(s)

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of patent experience
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Experience with electronic court filings
• Ability to prioritize workflow and manage time
• Familiarity and experience with adopting legal AI and ability to learn and implement new AI (preferred)

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is commensurate with skill and experience. Exact compensation varies based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.

Expected compensation ranges by location:

• State of California: $57,000 - $79,000
• State of Colorado: $49,000 - $68,000
• State of Illinois: $54,000 - $75,000
• Jersey City, NJ: $50,000 - $60,000
• State of Maryland: $47,000 - $59,000
• State of Massachusetts: $57,000 - $79,000
• State of Minnesota: $48,000 - $60,000
• State of New York: $55,000 - $66,000
• State of Washington: $51,000 - $62,000
• Washington, DC: $59,000 - $71,000

The stated salaries do not include a discretionary bonus. Bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed and depend on individual and firm performance.

Full-time benefits include:

• Medical and dental coverage
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses
• Employee assistance program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements
• Additional benefits

Location

This position may be filled remotely, our virtual office, or in any of the organization’s locations across the United States.

Application Requirements

Please include a cover letter and resume when applying.

Equal Opportunity Statement

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.