IP Legal Assistant – Patent & Trademark Support

MMM LEGAL GROUP; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP seeks a legal assistant to support the Intellectual Property practice in our Indianapolis office. 3+ years of experience in IP clerical and administrative tasks is required to help manage filings, correspondence, and docketing with a professional, client-focused approach.

The role emphasizes collaboration with attorneys and paralegals, ensuring timely processing of patent and trademark matters while maintaining precise records and efficient workflows.

Qualifications

• 3+ years related experience in a legal support role.
• Knowledge of patent and trademark terminology and processes.
• Familiarity with USPTO rules and IP software is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and process patent and trademark filings and renewals.
• Draft and proofread correspondence and documents for IP matters.
• Monitor docketing dates and deadlines; manage workflows with the team.
• Support billing, client communications, and file management.
• Provide general clerical support and collaborate with attorneys/paralegals.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office 2016

Job description

Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP seeks a legal assistant to support the Intellectual Property practice in our Indianapolis office. 3+ years of experience in IP clerical and administrative tasks is required to help manage filings, correspondence, and docketing with a professional, client-focused approach.

The role emphasizes collaboration with attorneys and paralegals, ensuring timely processing of patent and trademark matters while maintaining precise records and efficient workflows.