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Miller Johnson

Intellectual Property Legal Administrative Assistant

Miller Johnson, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228

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Miller Johnson, one of Michigan’s largest full-service law firms, is seeking an experienced full-time Intellectual Property Legal Administrative Assistant to work from our Detroit office.

Responsibilities

Reviewing, processing, and maintaining docketing system for U.S. and international patent and trademark filing and payment deadlines

Coordinating with clients and third-party docketing software provider via phone, email, and in-person for payment of patent and trademark annuities and maintenance fees

Preparing new client intake materials; opening new client matters; billing activities

Coordinating administrative and legal practice tasks and projects for intellectual property attorneys

Coordinating the filing of domestic and foreign patent and trademark applications, and all related forms and documentation, with the USPTO and foreign law offices.

Assisting in the preparation and filing of various documents with the USPTO, including formal documents for patent and trademark applications, responses to USPTO communications, and assignments.

Preparing correspondence to clients and foreign agents.

Taking action on instructions received from foreign agents.

Skills and Experience

Minimum of 2 years legal administrative experience required

Mastery of the USPTO’s online tools is a plus

Advanced knowledge and proficiency in docketing software solutions (e.g., PATTSY Wave / Anaqua, CPi, CPA, or similar) is a plus

Advanced knowledge and proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Outlook, and Word)

Excellent grammar, proofreading, and communication skills

Knowledge of U.S. patent rules and procedures is a plus

Exceptional discretion, and judgment to ensure client confidentiality

Proactive and detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills

Self-motivated with the ability to be flexible and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

At Miller Johnson, we believe in fostering an exceptional work experience that includes a healthy work-life balance, an inclusive culture that values uniquely talented team members, and a technologically advanced environment. We offer competitive wages, flexible scheduling, paid time off, and annual performance reviews and pay increases. Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, long-term care insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) retirement plan. EOE.

Detroit, MI $45,000.00-$70,000.00 1 month ago

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