IP Legal Assistant — Patent & Trademark Docketing Expert

LHH US; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k plan

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a respected law firm to recruit an experienced IP Legal Assistant. This full-time role supports patent and trademark attorneys, manages deadlines, prepares legal documents, and coordinates filings for domestic and international portfolios.

The successful candidate will excel in docketing, billing support, and client communications, with strong attention to detail and professional discretion in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Prior IP legal assistant experience in a law firm preferred.
• Experience with patent/trademark prosecution processes.
• Familiarity with USPTO procedures and filing requirements.
• Ability to manage deadlines and organize electronic records.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal support to IP attorneys.
• Prepare, revise, and format IP correspondence and documents.
• Coordinate patent and trademark filings with USPTO and foreign associates.
• Maintain IP docket entries and monitor deadlines.
• Assist with billing support and matter administration.
• Organize IP files and electronic records.
• Prepare client reporting letters and updates.
• Assist with signatures and record maintenance.
• Support due diligence and IP portfolio reviews.

Skills

Docket management

Legal document preparation

Patent/trademark knowledge

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Independent worker

Tools

Docketing software

Document management software

Legal databases

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a respected law firm to recruit an experienced IP Legal Assistant. This full-time role supports patent and trademark attorneys, manages deadlines, prepares legal documents, and coordinates filings for domestic and international portfolios.

The successful candidate will excel in docketing, billing support, and client communications, with strong attention to detail and professional discretion in a fast-paced environment.