Hybrid Patent Prosecution Assistant

Eversheds Sutherland US LLP; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Paid time off

Bonuses

Life and disability insurance

Retirement plans

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP in Atlanta seeks an IP Legal Practice Assistant to support partners and associates on US and foreign patent prosecution. You will prepare and file patent applications, draft client letters, and provide executive administrative support.

The role requires 3–5 years in patent prosecution, a bachelor's (preferred) or associate degree with relevant experience, and strong MS Office skills. Hybrid role with on-site presence 4 days/week in Atlanta.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or a combination of an Associate’s degree and applicable experience.
• Three to five years of formal patent prosecution experience required.
• Experience as a patent assistant or secretary in a large law firm or IP law department required; multinational experience a plus.
• Strong knowledge of US and international patent law and practice including filings; familiarity with patent docketing databases.

Responsibilities

• Assist partners and associates with US and foreign patent prosecution.
• Prepare and electronically file patent applications and prosecution documents.
• Draft client reporting letters and provide executive-level administrative support.
• Coordinate schedules and maintain calendars; arrange travel and process expense reports.
• Manage docket for assigned timekeepers and ensure deadlines are met; communicate updates to docketing team.
• Prepare correspondence and maintain official files; handle client reminders and filings.

Skills

Writing skills

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Associate’s degree + experience

Tools

CPI docketing system

Job description

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP in Atlanta seeks an IP Legal Practice Assistant to support partners and associates on US and foreign patent prosecution. You will prepare and file patent applications, draft client letters, and provide executive administrative support.

The role requires 3–5 years in patent prosecution, a bachelor's (preferred) or associate degree with relevant experience, and strong MS Office skills. Hybrid role with on-site presence 4 days/week in Atlanta.