Patent Prosecution Paralegal

Slater Matsil, LLP; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Slater Matsil, LLP, an Intellectual Property law firm in North Dallas, seeks a career-oriented paralegal to support IP counsel. The role emphasizes stability and long-term commitment, with duties including filing/prosecution of U.S.

patent applications, portfolio auditing, document analysis, research, deadline monitoring, drafting office actions, and general attorney support. Three to five years of paralegal experience in a law firm is required; comprehensive IP training will be provided to

Qualifications

• Three to five years extensive paralegal experience within a law firm setting.
• Comprehensive training in Intellectual Property practice will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist with filing and prosecution of U.S. patent applications.
• Audit and manage portfolios to ensure patent applications comply with the patent prosecution process.
• Assist with internal review and analysis of documents.
• Conduct research and monitor deadlines.
• Draft responses to office actions and provide general administrative support to attorneys.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Technical skills

Job description

Intellectual Property (IP) law firm located in North Dallas is seeking a career-oriented paralegal to support IP counsel.This candidate must have a demonstrated history of professional longevity and commitment.We value individuals who have established stability in prior roles and are now seeking to build a long-term career within our organization. Duties include, but are not limited to, assisting with the filing and prosecution of U. S. patent applications, audit and manage portfolios to ensure patent applications comply with the patent prosecution process, assist with internal review and analyzation of documents, conduct research, monitor deadlines, draft responses to office actions, and provide general administrative support to attorneys.

SKILLS

• Ability to multi-task
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills; team player
• Strong technical skills required; formal technical training is a plus

REQUIREMENTS

Three to five years extensive paralegal experience within a law firm setting.We will provide comprehensive training in Intellectual Property practice, offering the opportunity to expand your expertise and advance your career in a specialized field.