Senior Intellectual Property Assistant (Remote)

Overview

This role supports a U.S. and international patent prosecution practice with a focus on Asia-Pacific clients. The position is fully remote within the United States and requires experience supporting Asia-Pacific clients.

Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Remote (United States)
Compensation: $80,000-$125,000 Base Salary
Annual Billable Requirement: 1,300 hours

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file U.S. patent applications, Information Disclosure Statements (IDS), formal documents, office action responses, and issue fees.
• Assist with PCT applications, international filings, and foreign patent prosecution matters.
• Coordinate international filings and prosecution activities with foreign associates.
• Review and report correspondence from the USPTO, WIPO, and foreign intellectual property offices.
• Manage patent prosecution deadlines, docket reports, and electronic records.
• Assist with quality control to ensure filings meet applicable requirements.
• Support attorneys and clients with ongoing patent prosecution matters.
• Track billable time, assist with billing, and provide coverage for other team members.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on U.S. patent prosecution experience.
• Experience supporting Asia-Pacific clients is required.
• Strong understanding of U.S. and international patent prosecution procedures.
• Experience with PCT applications, foreign filings, and prosecution deadlines.
• Experience using USPTO systems and preparing patent prosecution documentation.
• Experience coordinating with foreign associates and managing international matters.
• Strong docket management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Comfortable independently managing a high-volume workload.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal technology.
• Familiarity with IP docketing systems preferred.
• Additional administrative or legal support experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with IP docketing systems.
• Additional administrative or legal support experience.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $80,000-$125,000 (compensation depends on experience and overall qualifications).
• Bonuses awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance.
• Medical insurance (HMO/PPO plans)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• 401(k) profit-sharing program
• Generous paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness programs and incentives
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Location

Remote (United States)