IP Legal Assistant

IP Legal AssistantAn IP Patent Assistant assists attorneys, patent agents and paralegals with patent prosecution and related tasks. Assist with daily word processing projects and proofread all documents produced, checking for appropriate formatting, spelling, and grammatical errors, as well as ensuring that all attachments, exhibits, and enclosures are intact. Manage multiple deadline-sensitive projects and apply various procedural guidelines of differing jurisdictions.Essential DutiesUnderstands United States patent prosecution processes thoroughly. Finalizes format of and files U.S. patent applications.Writes, proofreads, sends, files and manages correspondence, memos, contracts, forms, and other related documents.Familiar with PCT patent application procedures.Coordinates with attorneys on non-patent and trademark intellectual property matters.Corresponds with clients domestically and abroad in respect of day-to-day patent matters handled by the attorneys of the firm.Corresponds with and provides instructions to foreign associate network throughout the world for all non-U.S. patent matters.Works creatively with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office staff to identify and resolve issues related to patent prosecution.Works collaboratively with firmwide IP team.Schedules/manages appointments and contact lists.Covers for Docketing Specialist when Specialist is out of the office.Manages incoming daily postal mail.Other ResponsibilitiesReviews and revises attorney bills as appropriate.Attends training sessions and staff meetings.Assists IP team with workload.Job RequirementsStrong verbal, written and interpersonal skills including strong command of spelling, punctuation and grammar.Strong working knowledge of computer programs and online patent and trademarkTypes a minimum of 60 wpm.Minimum of high school diploma required.Previous patent prosecution experience required.