IP Legal Assistant

Harness IP; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Training provided

Job summary

Harness IP seeks a detail-oriented Patent Assistant to support patent attorneys and clients through the application process. The role includes prosecution support, deadline management, drafting documents, billing, and filing systems.

Training on USPTO and WIPO efiling, patent searching, and our systems will be provided to ensure accuracy and efficiency. The position offers hybrid work with in-office presence three days per week and opportunities to engage with a dynamic intellectual property

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related experience.
• Proficient with MS Office and quick to learn new software.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Effective communication and ability to prioritize.
• Willingness to work overtime when needed and in-office 3 days/week (hybrid).

Responsibilities

• Prepare patent application documents and formal papers.
• Assist with responses to U.S. Office Actions.
• Proofread and file patent applications and Office Action responses.
• Correspond with Foreign Associate Counsel.
• Handle incoming mail and emails and track deadlines.
• Manage client databases and status updates.
• Respond to client inquiries.
• Assist with client billing and use firm applications.
• Interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

MS Office

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication skills

Ability to learn new software

Hybrid work readiness

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Patent Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting patent attorneys and clients through the patent application process. This position entails providing patent prosecution support, managing deadlines, drafting documents, billing, and maintaining filing systems. This role is critical in organizing tasks to ensure priorities are met for assigned attorneys. Top tier training will be provided on USPTO and WIPO efiling systems, patent searching systems, and utilizing our robust systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare patent application documents and formal papers.
• Assist with the preparation of responses to U.S. Office Actions.
• Proofread and file patent applications and Office Action responses.
• Correspond with Foreign Associate Counsel.
• Handle incoming mail and email and track deadlines.
• Manage client databases and status updates.
• Respond to client inquiries.
• Use MS Office and other firm applications for tasks.
• Assist with client billing.
• Interact professionally with
• Training will be provided.

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.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
• Strong organization skills and an ability to prioritize.
• Willingness to occasionally work overtime if needed.
• Ability to work in the office at least 3 days per week (hybrid).

Education:

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

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, competitive pay based on experience and skill, and we provide comprehensive training and support. Let us know if you are ready to take on a career in intellectual property where your career can shine. At Harness IP, you would join an energetic team with a quest to protect the future of innovation!