Hybrid IP Patent Paralegal I – Growth & Training

Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP seeks a Patent Paralegal I in Palo Alto. The role supports attorneys and staff with basic document prep, proofreading, and legal research. Two shift options exist (9:00–5:30 or 11:00–7:30) with potential scheduling flexibility for the later shift.

The position emphasizes training and progression into more substantive secretarial duties within a year. It requires a high school diploma and offers a hybrid/onsite schedule with a base pay around

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with databases and using the Internet for research.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of court filings and organization of pleadings, memoranda, discovery and other legal documents.
• Prepare, edit, proofread, and redline documents and correspondence for accuracy, grammar, and formatting.
• Prepare client bills and related forms; arrange expense advancement, reimbursement and invoice payments.
• Coordinate travel and meeting logistics, including videoconferences and conference rooms; prepare materials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Databases

Job description

Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP seeks a Patent Paralegal I in Palo Alto. The role supports attorneys and staff with basic document prep, proofreading, and legal research. Two shift options exist (9:00–5:30 or 11:00–7:30) with potential scheduling flexibility for the later shift.

The position emphasizes training and progression into more substantive secretarial duties within a year. It requires a high school diploma and offers a hybrid/onsite schedule with a base pay around