Insight Global is seeking an IP Assistant to join the Patent Prosecution team of an AM 100 law firm. This individual will be support the IP and and Technology group.
Essential Functions of the role are:
Prepare USPTO forms for filing via PatentCenter.
Prepare and file new US applications, responses, IDS, and formality documents.
Prepare and send reporting letters to clients.
Review and maintain attorney and personal dockets.
Receive and review all incoming emails.
Process, review and guide all inbound and outbound IP transfer requests.
Save correspondence into firm DMS.
Open new IP matters and prepare engagement letters.
Create, edit, format, and proofread documents.
Communicate to and on behalf of the attorneys using firm technology.
Prepare new client matter request packets and coordinate approval; coordinate conflict search processes; and prepare retainer letters.
Review proformas and edit bills according to client billing arrangement.
Enter, track, and coordinate new client/matter information.
Maintain InterAction and/or Extranet data.
Maintain electronic and paper files in accordance with firm guidelines.
Coordinate and/or book travel arrangements.
Prepare, track, and maintain attorney expenses in Chrome River.
Organize and coordinate conference calls and client meetings.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.
Work additional hours as needed to fulfill job requirements.
This role sits hybrid, 3 days per week in the office. $75K to $100K per year annual salary. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Benefits are available.
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-3+ years of IP patent prosecution in a law firm environment.
-Experience utilizing IP-specific and legal software (i.e. iManage, FoundationIP, PatentCenter, Elite, InTapp, ClaimMaster).
-Robust working knowledge of US patent prosecution practices and procedures.
-Must have experience calendaring, making travel arrangements, opening new matters, assisting with conflicts, assisting with billing, and e-filing both in State and Federal courts in addition to having experience with managing attorney dockets; filing PTO applications, responses, formalities, and IDSs; and filing 371s and by-pass continuation applications.
-Associates degree preferred; Notary Public is a plus.
-Experience with foreign patent prosecution preferred.
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.