IP Prosecution Support Specialist

Harness IP; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Harness IP is seeking a detail-oriented legal support professional to provide clerical and administrative assistance to attorneys and client teams. You will help prepare and file patent applications, manage docketing, and handle formalities, while using MS Office and the firm’s document management system.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong communication, and reliable attendance. Training will cover procedures and essential duties to support ongoing client projects.

Qualifications

• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and email; able to learn firm systems.
• Strong analytical abilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and oral communication; good judgment and prioritization.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical, administrative, and legal support to the attorney and client team.
• Prepare and file patent applications; assist with docketing and formalities.
• Use MS Office and firm document management system for correspondence and templates.
• Maintain filing processes and update databases for tracking steps.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Analytical abilities

Time management

Customer service

Education

Some college or related training

Two years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

DMS system

Job description

Harness IP is seeking a detail-oriented legal support professional to provide clerical and administrative assistance to attorneys and client teams. You will help prepare and file patent applications, manage docketing, and handle formalities, while using MS Office and the firm’s document management system.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong communication, and reliable attendance. Training will cover procedures and essential duties to support ongoing client projects.