IP Paralegal: Patent Prosecution & Docket Lead

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

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.