IP Legal Assistant

Harness IP; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Harness IP in St. Louis is seeking a motivated IP support specialist to join our legal team. You will help manage intellectual property matters, prepare patent documents, and handle correspondence while gaining exposure to U.S. patent procedures.

The role emphasizes meticulous organization, strong communication, and ability to work in a hybrid office schedule (three days per week). Training is provided to navigate complex processes and ensure compliance with regulatory deadlines.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of related experience.
• Proficient in MS Office and ability to learn new software.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills under tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.
• Hybrid in-office three days per week.

Responsibilities

• Prepare responses to U.S. Office Actions, IP docket entries, and correspondence.
• Ensure timely preparation of patent documents and formal filings.
• Proofread and file patent applications and Office Action responses.
• Handle incoming mail and email and track deadlines.
• Manage client databases and status updates.
• Respond to client inquiries as directed.
• Use MS Office and firm applications and systems.
• Assist with client billing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Overtime willingness

Hybrid work

MS Office proficiency

Learning ability

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our dynamic legal team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive support for intellectual property matters, ensuring the smooth operation of legal processes, for which training will be provided. Your energetic approach and meticulous attention to detail will help us protect our innovative assets and maintain compliance with relevant laws and regulations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your legal expertise within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our dynamic legal team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive support for intellectual property matters, ensuring the smooth operation of legal processes, for which training will be provided. Your energetic approach and meticulous attention to detail will help us protect our innovative assets and maintain compliance with relevant laws and regulations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your legal expertise within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Efficiently assist with the preparation of responses to U.S. Office Actions, IP docket entries, and handling of correspondence.
• Assist with ensuring preparation of patent application documents and formal papers is timely executed.
• Proofread and file patent applications and Office Action responses.
• Handle incoming mail and email and track deadlines.
• Manage client databases and status updates.
• Respond to client inquiries as instructed.
• Use MS Office and other firm applications and systems.
• Assist with client billing.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of related experience.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel) and ability to efficiently learn new software.
• Ability to effectively learn complex processes to navigate critical procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Effective and professional communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
• Willingness to occasionally work overtime if needed.
• Able to work in office three days per week - hybrid work environment.

Education

• An equivalent combination of related education and/or experience.
• An associate degree or higher is ideal.

Join us in safeguarding our innovative ideas while advancing your career in a vibrant legal setting! We value proactive individuals who thrive on detailed work and possess a passion for intellectual property law.