Intellectual Property Paralegal

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a respected law firm to recruit an experienced intellectual property paralegal. This full time position is ideal for a detail oriented legal professional with experience supporting attorneys across patent, trademark, and intellectual property matters. The role will provide hands on support with domestic and international intellectual property portfolios, filings, prosecution activities, deadline management, and client communication.

Key Responsibilities

Assist attorneys with domestic and international patent and trademark prosecution mattersPrepare and coordinate patent and trademark applications, responses, assignments, declarations, and related filingsPrepare and submit documents to the United States Patent and Trademark OfficeMonitor patent and trademark deadlines and maintain accurate docket informationReview correspondence from government agencies, foreign associates, clients, and attorneys and coordinate necessary follow upPrepare client reporting letters, portfolio updates, and status reportsCoordinate with foreign associates regarding international patent and trademark filings and prosecution mattersAssist with Patent Cooperation Treaty applications and foreign national phase filings as applicablePrepare and record intellectual property assignments and ownership documentsConduct research using intellectual property databases and government recordsSupport attorneys with intellectual property due diligence, portfolio reviews, licensing matters, and related projectsMaintain organized electronic files and ensure intellectual property records are accurate and currentCommunicate with attorneys, clients, inventors, foreign associates, and other parties regarding ongoing matters and deadlinesQualifications

Previous experience as an intellectual property paralegal within a law firm or corporate legal departmentExperience supporting patent prosecution, trademark prosecution, or bothStrong knowledge of United States Patent and Trademark Office procedures and filing requirementsFamiliarity with domestic and international intellectual property prosecution processesExperience with intellectual property docketing systems, electronic filing platforms, and document management systemsStrong understanding of critical deadlines associated with patent and trademark portfoliosExcellent organizational skills and exceptional attention to detailAbility to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines in a fast paced legal environmentStrong written and verbal communication skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office and legal technology platformsAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and docketing professionalsProfessionalism and discretion when handling confidential client and intellectual property informationSalary: $80,000-100,000 per year

This posting is a representative sample of the types of roles we typically place with our clients.

Benefits:

Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the benefits may include PTO, medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan. Additionally, you may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Bonus eligibility and amount are based upon company and/or individual performance.

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