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Intellectual Property Legal Assistant
PermanentPlacements.com, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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The Legal Support Specialist will provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to attorneys and professionals within the Intellectual Property department. This hybrid role requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual who thrives under pressure and is committed to delivering high-quality work. Compensation
This range is provided by Permanent Placements LLC. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $70,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr Responsibilities
Provide administrative and IP prosecution support to attorneys, patent agents, and clients. Maintain and organize legal files (both electronic and paper), and manage document processing and correspondence. Prepare and e-file documents with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and other relevant entities. Coordinate file transfers, manage document deliveries, and track executed documentation. Assist with litigation support, including preparing closing transcripts, maintaining discovery records, and handling court filings. Manage calendars, time entry, new matter openings, engagement letters, and client communications. Generate and update case status reports, IP schedules, and docket deadlines. Support billing processes, including invoice preparation and client correspondence. Coordinate travel arrangements, expense reports, and business development activities. Maintain and update trademark prosecution files and assist with quality assurance reviews of filings. Qualifications
Bachelors degree or equivalent experience preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience as a legal assistant, with a focus on Intellectual Property litigation. Strong understanding of IP litigation laws, court procedures, and patent/trademark prosecution (domestic and foreign). Proficiency in legal document formats, court filings (state and federal), and e-filing systems (CM/ECF). Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines. High level of discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information. Technical Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and legal document management systems. Experience with IP-specific databases such as Anaqua is a plus. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Legal Industries
Law Practice
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Intellectual Property Legal Assistant
role at
Permanent Placements LLC . Overview
The Legal Support Specialist will provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to attorneys and professionals within the Intellectual Property department. This hybrid role requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual who thrives under pressure and is committed to delivering high-quality work. Compensation
This range is provided by Permanent Placements LLC. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $70,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr Responsibilities
Provide administrative and IP prosecution support to attorneys, patent agents, and clients. Maintain and organize legal files (both electronic and paper), and manage document processing and correspondence. Prepare and e-file documents with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and other relevant entities. Coordinate file transfers, manage document deliveries, and track executed documentation. Assist with litigation support, including preparing closing transcripts, maintaining discovery records, and handling court filings. Manage calendars, time entry, new matter openings, engagement letters, and client communications. Generate and update case status reports, IP schedules, and docket deadlines. Support billing processes, including invoice preparation and client correspondence. Coordinate travel arrangements, expense reports, and business development activities. Maintain and update trademark prosecution files and assist with quality assurance reviews of filings. Qualifications
Bachelors degree or equivalent experience preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience as a legal assistant, with a focus on Intellectual Property litigation. Strong understanding of IP litigation laws, court procedures, and patent/trademark prosecution (domestic and foreign). Proficiency in legal document formats, court filings (state and federal), and e-filing systems (CM/ECF). Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines. High level of discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information. Technical Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and legal document management systems. Experience with IP-specific databases such as Anaqua is a plus. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Legal Industries
Law Practice
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