Intellectual Property Paralegal

LHH; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Generous PTO package

Monthly parking stipend

Life and long-term disability coverage

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions partners with a respected law firm in Tampa to recruit an Intellectual Property Paralegal. This onsite role focuses on sophisticated IP work, direct attorney interaction, and a collaborative office environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years IP paralegal experience, supports patent and trademark prosecution, and thrives in a fast-paced legal setting. Competitive hourly compensation is offered, with benefits and parking support.

Qualifications

• 3+ years IP paralegal experience in a law firm.
• Experience supporting patent and trademark prosecution.
• Knowledge of U.S. patent prosecution procedures preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced legal setting.
• Proficiency with legal technology and docketing systems.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys with patent and trademark prosecution matters.
• Prepare and electronically file U.S. and PCT patent applications, responses, and related documents.
• Draft and file IDSs, assignments, prior art submissions, and other supporting materials.
• Manage and maintain intellectual property docketing systems, including prosecution deadlines, annuities, and maintenance filings.
• Generate and monitor docket reports for attorneys and legal staff.
• Assist with intellectual property aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and technology licensing transactions.
• Communicate with clients, government agencies, vendors, experts, and outside counsel.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with filing deadlines and procedural requirements.

Skills

IP paralegal experience

Patent prosecution

Trademark prosecution

Docketing systems

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Legal technology

Job description

Intellectual Property Paralegal | Tampa, FL | Fully Onsite

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a well-established law firm in the Tampa area that is seeking an experienced Intellectual Property Paralegal to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional who enjoys sophisticated IP work, direct attorney interaction, and a collaborative office environment.

Position Highlights

• Fully onsite opportunity
• Competitive compensation: $25-$40/hour+ depending on experience
• Stable, team-oriented law firm environment

Key Responsibilities

• Support attorneys with patent and trademark prosecution matters
• Prepare and electronically file U.S. and PCT patent applications, responses, and related documents
• Draft and file IDSs, assignments, prior art submissions, and other supporting materials
• Manage and maintain intellectual property docketing systems, including prosecution deadlines, annuities, and maintenance filings
• Generate and monitor docket reports for attorneys and legal staff
• Assist with intellectual property aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and technology licensing transactions
• Communicate with clients, government agencies, vendors, experts, and outside counsel
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with filing deadlines and procedural requirements

Qualifications

• 3+ years of intellectual property paralegal experience in a law firm environment
• Experience supporting patent, trademark, and/or IP litigation attorneys
• Knowledge of U.S. and international patent prosecution procedures preferred
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced legal setting
• Proficiency with legal technology and docketing systems
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Generous PTO package
• Monthly parking stipend
• Additional voluntary benefits available