IP Legal Assistant: Patent & Trademark Support

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

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an IP Legal Assistant to support intellectual property matters, including patents and trademarks, in a full-time role. The ideal candidate will manage deadlines, prepare documents, coordinate filings, and assist with IP portfolios both domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities include docket management, billing support, and client communications while maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Experience as IP Legal Assistant in a law firm preferred.
• Knowledge of patent and trademark prosecution processes.
• Familiarity with USPTO procedures and filing requirements.
• Experience with docketing systems, document management software, and legal databases.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage deadlines.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high quality work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with attorneys and staff.
• Professionalism and discretion with confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys handling patent and trademark matters.
• Prepare, revise, proofread, and format IP related correspondence and documents.
• Coordinate patent and trademark filings with USPTO and foreign associates.
• Maintain IP docket entries and monitor deadlines.
• Assist with filing of patent and trademark applications and related documents.
• Manage attorney calendars and client communications.
• Organize IP files and electronic records.
• Review incoming correspondence and route information appropriately.
• Prepare client reporting letters and routine communications.
• Assist with billing support, time entry, and matter administration.
• Coordinate signatures and record maintenance for IP transactions.
• Support due diligence projects and IP portfolio reviews.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Independent worker

Discretion and confidentiality

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an IP Legal Assistant to support intellectual property matters, including patents and trademarks, in a full-time role. The ideal candidate will manage deadlines, prepare documents, coordinate filings, and assist with IP portfolios both domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities include docket management, billing support, and client communications while maintaining confidentiality.