Junior Paralegal

Overview Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Junior Paralegal to support our intellectual property (IP) practice. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in IP docketing (U.S. and foreign), a solid understanding of USPTO and WIPO procedures, and a strong commitment to accuracy and efficiency in a fast-paced legal environment. Key Responsibilities Maintain and update IP docketing systems for U.S. and foreign patent and trademark matters. Monitor, calendar, and track deadlines for filings, responses, renewals, and other critical dates. Prepare and process electronic filings with the USPTO, including new applications, responses, and maintenance documents. Assist attorneys and paralegals with the preparation and submission of WIPO filings and related correspondence. Ensure compliance with USPTO, WIPO, and firm procedures for all filing and prosecution activities. Review incoming correspondence and official communications to update docket records and distribute documents as needed. Generate reports and reminders for attorneys and clients. Provide general administrative and paralegal support to the IP team as assigned. Qualifications 2-3 years of IP docketing experience, including both U.S. and foreign matters. Solid knowledge of USPTO and WIPO filing and prosecution procedures. Hands‑on experience with USPTO electronic filing systems (e.g., Patent Center, TEAS). Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Proficiency with docketing software (e.g., CPI, Foundation IP, Anaqua, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite. Education Associate's degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent experience required. Bachelor's degree preferred. Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. 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Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. #J-18808-Ljbffr