IP Prosecution & Transactions Assistant II

McDermott Will & Schulte; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

McDermott Will & Schulte seeks an Intellectual Property Project Assistant II to support the IP Prosecution, Transactions & Strategy group in Syracuse. You will help with file organization, basic document creation, and rely on established guidelines to perform essential tasks.

Key duties include preparing client reporting letters for USPTO actions, assisting with invoice processing and the firm’s document management system, and helping IP Filing Specialists file patent applications and update

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Three years of related work experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare time-sensitive client reporting letters for USPTO actions.
• Assist with the invoice intake and billing process including Chrome River.
• Open new client matters with IP team and File Management System.
• Maintain client folders in the DMS and archive documents.
• Upload/download patent-related documents and data for client systems.
• Review USPTO communications for accuracy.
• Assist IP Filing Specialists and Paralegals with filings and dockets.
• Review and update dockets daily; perform status checks.

Skills

Strong written and verbal

Strong organizational

Strong attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Learn quickly

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

McDermott Will & Schulte seeks an Intellectual Property Project Assistant II to support the IP Prosecution, Transactions & Strategy group in Syracuse. You will help with file organization, basic document creation, and rely on established guidelines to perform essential tasks.

Key duties include preparing client reporting letters for USPTO actions, assisting with invoice processing and the firm’s document management system, and helping IP Filing Specialists file patent applications and update