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LHH is assisting a Dallas law firm in hiring a Patent Prosecution Docketing Paralegal. The role requires strong accuracy, time management, and the ability to work within a high‑volume, deadline‑driven environment. The paralegal will interact regularly with attorneys, paralegals, clients, and docketing leadership.
Key Cultural Attributes
People‑first environment
where employees support one another
Open‑door policy
and open communication across attorneys, paralegals, and leadership
No drama, no gossip, no backstabbing
— negative or toxic behaviors are addressed immediately
Intense, fast‑paced, and high‑volume work , balanced by a collaborative team that steps in to help when needed
Strong history of tenure ; employees tend to remain for long periods
Expectations for new hires to adapt to the culture , not come in attempting to change established norms
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation & Bonus Structure
No formal billable hour requirement
Only one or two clients require limited timekeeping
Discretionary bonuses based on individual performance; historically well‑received by employees
Full benefits package to be provided by the client
Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
Follow applicable ethical rules (Texas Bar, USPTO) and firm professional liability requirements.
Maintain the IP docketing database; review and extract key data from incoming correspondence.
Track and calculate patent prosecution deadlines based on PTO rules and client‐specific requirements.
Verify, process, and docket filings and other prosecution activity.
Collaborate with attorneys and paralegals to ensure dockets are accurate, complete, and up to date.
Coordinate daily docketing tasks with team members to ensure full coverage.
Support overall patent prosecution docketing workflow and assist with related tasks.
Maintain punctual and reliable attendance.
Work occasional overtime when necessary to meet workload demands.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong organizational abilities and experience managing multiple deadlines
High degree of accuracy and close attention to detail
Ability to calculate deadlines precisely
Skilled in proofreading for grammar, context, and accuracy
Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills
Professional interpersonal communication
Ability to work under pressure in a high‑volume environment
Proficiency with technology, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and docketing systems
Ability to maintain and manage complex docketing systems over time
Experience & Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Minimum of five years of patent prosecution experience (specifically docketing or paralegal work)
Strong preference for candidates with stable work histories and long‑term tenure
Must have solid foundational paralegal and/or docketing experience in patent prosecution
Firm values candidates who demonstrate loyalty, commitment, and consistency in their career path
Work Hours, Location & Flexibility
Work hours options: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM or 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Overtime available but generally limited
Remote work is common; paralegals are located across Houston, San Antonio, and Austin
Strong communication is expected regardless of location
Contact If you meet the requirements, please apply or contact me directly at jamie.stone@lhh.com
Seniority Level Associate
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Legal
Industries Legal Services
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Disability insurance
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LHH is assisting a Dallas law firm in hiring a Patent Prosecution Docketing Paralegal. The role requires strong accuracy, time management, and the ability to work within a high‑volume, deadline‑driven environment. The paralegal will interact regularly with attorneys, paralegals, clients, and docketing leadership.
Key Cultural Attributes
People‑first environment
where employees support one another
Open‑door policy
and open communication across attorneys, paralegals, and leadership
No drama, no gossip, no backstabbing
— negative or toxic behaviors are addressed immediately
Intense, fast‑paced, and high‑volume work , balanced by a collaborative team that steps in to help when needed
Strong history of tenure ; employees tend to remain for long periods
Expectations for new hires to adapt to the culture , not come in attempting to change established norms
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation & Bonus Structure
No formal billable hour requirement
Only one or two clients require limited timekeeping
Discretionary bonuses based on individual performance; historically well‑received by employees
Full benefits package to be provided by the client
Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
Follow applicable ethical rules (Texas Bar, USPTO) and firm professional liability requirements.
Maintain the IP docketing database; review and extract key data from incoming correspondence.
Track and calculate patent prosecution deadlines based on PTO rules and client‐specific requirements.
Verify, process, and docket filings and other prosecution activity.
Collaborate with attorneys and paralegals to ensure dockets are accurate, complete, and up to date.
Coordinate daily docketing tasks with team members to ensure full coverage.
Support overall patent prosecution docketing workflow and assist with related tasks.
Maintain punctual and reliable attendance.
Work occasional overtime when necessary to meet workload demands.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong organizational abilities and experience managing multiple deadlines
High degree of accuracy and close attention to detail
Ability to calculate deadlines precisely
Skilled in proofreading for grammar, context, and accuracy
Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills
Professional interpersonal communication
Ability to work under pressure in a high‑volume environment
Proficiency with technology, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and docketing systems
Ability to maintain and manage complex docketing systems over time
Experience & Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Minimum of five years of patent prosecution experience (specifically docketing or paralegal work)
Strong preference for candidates with stable work histories and long‑term tenure
Must have solid foundational paralegal and/or docketing experience in patent prosecution
Firm values candidates who demonstrate loyalty, commitment, and consistency in their career path
Work Hours, Location & Flexibility
Work hours options: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM or 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Overtime available but generally limited
Remote work is common; paralegals are located across Houston, San Antonio, and Austin
Strong communication is expected regardless of location
Contact If you meet the requirements, please apply or contact me directly at jamie.stone@lhh.com
Seniority Level Associate
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Legal
Industries Legal Services
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Disability insurance
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