IP Project Assistant II: Patent & Trademark Support

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Career opportunities

Job summary

McDermott Will & Schulte in Chicago is seeking an Intellectual Property Project Assistant II to provide administrative support to the IP Prosecution, Transactions & Strategy group. You will help with file organization, document creation, and daily docket updates under supervision.

The role requires strong Microsoft Office skills, excellent communication, and meticulous attention to detail in a fast-paced law firm environment. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Excellent organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail are required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced law firm environment with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare time-sensitive client reporting letters for USPTO actions and international IP matters.
• Assist with invoice intake and billing, and manage document storage in the DMS.
• Open new client matters and maintain client folders in the DMS; upload/download patent materials.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

McDermott Will & Schulte in Chicago is seeking an Intellectual Property Project Assistant II to provide administrative support to the IP Prosecution, Transactions & Strategy group. You will help with file organization, document creation, and daily docket updates under supervision.

The role requires strong Microsoft Office skills, excellent communication, and meticulous attention to detail in a fast-paced law firm environment. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.