Intellectual Property Legal Assistant

Quest Group Executive Search and Staffing Solutions provided pay range This range is provided by Quest Group Executive Search and Staffing Solutions. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range $50.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Quest Group Executive Search and Staffing Solutions

Managing Director - Professional Staffing Services at Quest Group Executive Search and Staffing Solutions Job Summary

Quest Group is actively recruiting for a detail-oriented and highly organized Intellectual Property Legal Assistant with docketing experience to support attorneys and IP professionals in managing patent, trademark, and copyright matters. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with IP docketing systems, strong administrative skills, and a solid understanding of IP prosecution and maintenance procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and maintain accurate IP dockets for patents, trademarks, and copyrights, including U.S. and international matters

Monitor, calculate, and calendar deadlines related to filings, office actions, renewals, and maintenance fees

Prepare and file IP‑related documents with the USPTO and foreign IP offices, including applications, responses, extensions, and renewals

Assist attorneys with patent and trademark prosecution, enforcement, and portfolio management

Coordinate with foreign associates, clients, and internal teams regarding filings and deadlines

Review incoming correspondence from IP offices and update docketing systems accordingly

Generate reports related to docket status, upcoming deadlines, and portfolio summaries

Maintain organized electronic and physical files in accordance with firm or company procedures

Assist with billing, time entry, and administrative support as needed

Ensure compliance with internal procedures and best practices for IP docketing and records management

Qualifications

Legal assistant, paralegal certificate, or equivalent legal experience required

Minimum of 3 years of experience in intellectual property support, with a strong focus on docketing

Demonstrated experience using IP docketing systems (e.g., CPI, FoundationIP, Anaqua, Patricia, or similar)

Knowledge of USPTO procedures, deadlines, and filing requirements

Familiarity with patent and trademark prosecution and maintenance processes

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and document management systems

Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

Strong organizational and time‑management skills

Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with IP filings

Trademark and/or patent prosecution experience

Knowledge of PCT, Madrid Protocol, and international deadlines

Experience working in a law firm or corporate legal department

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal and Administrative

Industries: Legal Services

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Quest Group Executive Search and Staffing Solutions by 2x

Get notified about new Intellectual Property Legal Assistant jobs in Atlanta, GA.

#J-18808-Ljbffr