Intellectual Property Paralegal

LHH; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Job summary

A global legal services provider is looking for a full-time Intellectual Property (IP) Paralegal in Pittsburgh. This role involves managing patent and trademark docketing, ensuring deadlines are met, and assisting with correspondence related to U.S. and international IP prosecution. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in a legal services environment, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in MS Office. The salary range is $50,000 – $90,000 annually, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of intellectual property experience in a legal services environment.
• Ability to interpret rules and instructions accurately.

Responsibilities

• Review, docket, and distribute correspondence from USPTO and WIPO.
• Monitor daily docket reports to ensure all deadlines are tracked.
• Conduct monthly status checks of pending patent and trademark matters.

Skills

Working knowledge of patent and trademark prosecution

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Excellent proofreading skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Tools

IP docketing software (CIP or FIP)

Job description

LHH is seeking a full-time Intellectual Property (IP) Paralegal with a focus on patent and trademark docketing to join a global firm we work closely with. This role supports a busy Intellectual Property group by managing high‑volume docketing, correspondence, deadlines, and administrative tasks related to U.S. and international IP prosecution.

If you are interested, please forward your resume to [e-mail].

Responsibilities Include:

• Review, docket, and distribute high volumes of incoming correspondence from the USPTO, WIPO, and foreign associates following established procedures
• Review and update the docket based on USPTO filing receipts, WIPO confirmations, and foreign associate communications
• Update the docket based on attorney and paralegal instructions
• Monitor daily docket reports to ensure all deadlines are accurately tracked and met
• Conduct monthly status checks of pending patent, trademark, and other IP matters
• Manage incoming/outgoing correspondence and transferred files
• Respond to client and internal team inquiries; generate reports as requested
• Maintain electronic files and save correspondence in the document management system

Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of U.S. and international patent and trademark prosecution processes, rules, and procedures
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret rules and instructions accurately
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage routine, detail‑oriented tasks
• Excellent proofreading and document review skills
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Minimum of 3 years of intellectual property experience in a legal services environment
• Experience with IP docketing software, particularly CIP or FIP, highly preferred

Salary Range: $50,000 – $90,000 annually, based on experience

Benefits: Full‑time employment benefits include medical, dental, vision, additional voluntary benefits

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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers