IP Paralegal Assistant (Milwaukee)

Overview

This role is for an IP Paralegal Assistant supporting a busy Intellectual Property practice focused on patent and trademark matters. The position is available in the Milwaukee, WI office and is intended for a long-term fit within the IP practice group.

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the IP Paralegal, assist with patent and trademark matters, including:

• Research and compile information pertaining to national and international intellectual property rights.
• Prepare status summary reports for attorneys and clients.
• Coordinate international filings with foreign law offices and/or other foreign entities.
• Maintain docket systems for due dates and actions, including responses, renewals, oppositions, Section 8 and 15 affidavits, use affidavits, Patent Cooperation Treaty requirements, and payments of patent annuities in foreign countries.
• Perform document management duties as needed, including photocopying, filing, scanning, and courier delivery services.
• Enter matter information into applicable software.
• Maintain familiarity with Patent & Trademark concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Support work related to adopting legal AI; learn and implement new AI tools preferred.
• Meet annual targeted billable hours of 1000.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to deliver superior service to internal and external customers and communicate effectively.
• Ability to interact professionally and courteously 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 sound judgment, assume responsibility for decisions, and act decisively under deadlines.
• High level of professional integrity; maintain confidentiality and build trust.
• Ability to lead and motivate the work of others; when applicable, ability to manage direct report(s).
• Strong organization and attention to detail, particularly with deadline-sensitive work.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fully remote environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of patent experience preferred.
• 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.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation is commensurate with skill and experience.
• Exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.
• 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 and paid holidays
  • Participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements
  • And more

Location

• Milwaukee, WI

Application Materials

Include a cover letter and resume when applying.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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