IP Paralegal

LHH US; Kentucky; On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is recruiting an IP Paralegal for a downtown Cleveland law firm. The IP Paralegal will support attorneys in the overall operation of the firm, with a focus on IP prosecution and confidential handling of documents.

Responsibilities include docket monitoring and reminders, drafting correspondence using firm templates, managing client and matter records, and training less experienced staff. Strong MS Office and IP knowledge are required.

Qualifications

• Communication clearly and accurately, written and verbal.
• Expertise in MS Office, docketing systems, and firm management/e-billing software.
• Organizational skills to manage schedules and track details.
• Deep knowledge of patents, trademarks, and intellectual property.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily maintenance and prosecution tasks for patent work, including docket monitoring and reminders.
• Drafts documents and letters using firm templates.
• Manages legal documents and confidential correspondence.
• Updates client/matter database and processes incoming correspondence.
• Provides training and guidance to junior staff and may back up Lead role.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Docketing systems

IP knowledge

Tools

Docketing software

e-billing software

Job description

Job Description

LHH is recruiting an IP Paralegal for a downtown Cleveland law firm. The IP Paralegal will be responsible for working with attorneys in the overall operations of the firm.

Responsibilities:

• Performs daily maintenance and overall operation of patent prosecution, including but not limited to:
  • Monitoring tasks on the docket and reminding attorneys/clients as appropriate.
  • Processing incoming emails/documents for the purpose of progressing accurate, timely work product
• Drafts documents and letters using proper templates based on firm standard or client-specific instructions
• Manages legal documentation and correspondence in strict confidence
• Integrates new files and records in the client/matter database
• Processes incoming correspondence from clients, foreign associates and intergovernmental agencies worldwide
• Leverages a variety of software and technology to manage work
• Takes on informal leadership roles within the team and work with the Executive Director to identify and implement administrative processes improvements
• Serves as subject matter expert by training and advising less experienced team members. May act as back up for the Lead role if required.

Qualifications:

• Communication - Ability to communicate clearly and accurately both verbally and in writing.
• Computer/Technical - Expertise in MS Office products, docketing systems, firm management/e-billing software, etc. Technology savvy with a preference for working digitally
• Organization/Planning - must be able to create schedules, manage multiple priorities and accurately track extensive details.
• Legal knowledge - Knowledge of a variety of legal documentation. Able to independently manage the most complex IP functions. Deep knowledge of patents, trademarks, and intellectual property.

Pay Details: $50,000.00 to $85,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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