Patent Prosecution Legal Assistant

2 days ago


Salt Lake, Utah, United States PrincePerelson and Associates Full time
Patent Prosecution Legal Assistant

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Assistant to join our Patent Prosecution team at PrincePerelson & Associates. As a key member of our team, you will provide administrative support to our attorneys and clients, ensuring the smooth operation of our patent prosecution practice.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist the Patent Prosecution practice group with various administrative tasks, including maintaining electronic filing systems and client files.
  • Review and upload USPTO filings, applications, and prosecution documents.
  • Draft and format documents, such as application templates, inventor signature documents, and information disclosures statements.
  • Manage dockets and deadlines, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
  • Oversee attorney schedules, coordinate meetings, and arrange travel.
  • Assist with invoicing and billing records, and communicate with clients regarding billing issues.
  • Manage attorney billable hours and maintain records.
  • Communicate with internal teams, clients, inventors, and the USPTO office.
Requirements:
  • 5+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal.
  • 2+ years of experience in patent prosecution required.
  • Experienced with USPTO filings.
  • Prior experience in a law firm highly desired.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • High degree of professionalism.
  • Ability to manage confidential information.
  • Proficient typing, 70+ WPM.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Excellent proofreading and editing skills.
  • Ability to multitask and juggle multiple deadlines.
  • Excellent researching skills.
  • Willingness to be proactive and assist the team wherever needed.
What We Offer:
  • Excellent benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD).
  • 401(K) with company match.
  • Profit sharing.
  • PTO, paid holidays.
  • Bonus potential.
  • Flexibility.
  • Opportunities for professional growth.
  • Law firm hours (37.5 hours/week), eligible for overtime after 40 hours.

PrincePerelson & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States.


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