IP Project Assistant II — Patent Prosecution Support

McDermott Will & Schulte; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 59,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

McDermott Will & Schulte in Nashville seeks an Intellectual Property Project Assistant II to provide administrative support to the IP Prosecution, Transactions & Strategy practice group. You will manage file organization, assist with document creation, and follow established guidelines under supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma, at least three years of related experience, and strong written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• At least three (3) years of related work experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word).

Responsibilities

• Prepare time sensitive client reporting letters for USPTO actions and international IP matters.
• Assist with the invoice intake and billing process including saving files to the Firm’s DMS and submitting through Chrome River.
• Collaborate with IP Legal Practice Specialists/IP Filing Specialists to open new client matters.
• Maintain client folders within the DMS including uploading, organizing and archiving documents.
• Review USPTO communications for accuracy.
• Assist with filing patent applications and related documents.
• Update dockets daily and perform status checks.

Skills

Strong written and verbal沟通?

Excellent organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to learn quickly

Work in fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

McDermott Will & Schulte in Nashville seeks an Intellectual Property Project Assistant II to provide administrative support to the IP Prosecution, Transactions & Strategy practice group. You will manage file organization, assist with document creation, and follow established guidelines under supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma, at least three years of related experience, and strong written and verbal communication skills.