Paralegal - Legal Billing

IP Legal AssistantLHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a respected law firm to recruit an experienced IP Legal Assistant. This full time position is ideal for a legal professional with experience supporting intellectual property attorneys in patent, trademark, and related intellectual property matters. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing deadlines, preparing legal documents, coordinating filings, and supporting domestic and international intellectual property portfolios.Key Responsibilities• Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys handling patent and trademark matters• Prepare, revise, proofread, and format intellectual property related correspondence and legal documents• Coordinate patent and trademark filings with the United States Patent and Trademark Office and foreign associates• Maintain intellectual property docket entries and monitor upcoming deadlines• Assist with the preparation and filing of patent applications, trademark applications, responses, assignments, and related documents• Manage attorney calendars and schedule meetings, calls, and client communications• Organize and maintain intellectual property files and electronic records• Review incoming correspondence from clients, government agencies, and foreign counsel and route information appropriately• Prepare client reporting letters, status updates, and routine communications• Assist with billing support, time entry, expense processing, and matter administration• Coordinate signatures, document execution, and record maintenance for intellectual property transactions• Support due diligence projects and intellectual property portfolio reviews as neededQualifications• Prior experience as an IP Legal Assistant in a law firm environment preferred• Knowledge of patent and trademark prosecution processes and intellectual property terminology• Familiarity with United States Patent and Trademark Office procedures and filing requirements• Experience working with docketing systems, document management software, and legal databases• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage numerous deadlines simultaneously• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high quality work• Strong written and verbal communication skills• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and support staff• Professionalism, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential informationPreferred Skills• Experience supporting domestic and international patent matters, trademark matters, or both• Familiarity with intellectual property docketing software and electronic filing systems• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments in a fast paced legal environment• Strong client service skills and commitment to responsivenessPay Details: $60,000.00 to $80,000.00 per yearSearch managed by: R. Caleb Doyle Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply