Patent Prosecution Paralegal

LHH; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-end discretionary performance bonus

Minimal overtime

No formal billable hour requirement

Supportive team culture

Long-term stability and career growth

Job summary

LHH seeks a Patent Prosecution Paralegal to support their busy Intellectual Property practice in the Town of Texas, Wisconsin. The role involves assisting attorneys throughout the entire patent prosecution lifecycle, which includes preparing documents, filing USPTO submissions, managing communication with clients, and conducting legal research. Candidates can expect a supportive, communicative team culture and opportunities for long-term stability and career growth. Hybrid or fully remote work options are available for those based in Texas.

Qualifications

• Patent Prosecution Paralegal with a strong tenure is preferred.
• Experienced law firm paralegal with excellent stability wanting to transition into IP.
• Strong communicator with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, proofread, and edit patent prosecution documents.
• Finalize and electronically file USPTO submissions.
• Manage client communication and portfolio updates.
• Prepare IDS and OA-related materials.
• Monitor dockets and coordinate with docketing teams.
• Conduct legal research related to prosecution.
• Manage both paper and electronic files.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Legal research

Job description

A well-established, high-performing law firm is seeking a Patent Prosecution Paralegal to support a busy Intellectual Property practice. The firm has a strong culture of collaboration, accountability, and long-term employee retention. This is a confidential search.

You will assist attorneys with the full patent prosecution lifecycle, including filing, docket management, reporting, IDS preparation, research, and direct client communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, proofread, and edit patent prosecution documents
• Finalize and electronically file USPTO submissions
• Manage client communication and portfolio updates
• Prepare IDS and OA-related materials
• Monitor dockets and coordinate with docketing teams
• Conduct legal research related to prosecution
• Manage both paper and electronic files

What They Offer

• Hybrid or fully remote options for candidates located in Texas
• Minimal overtime
• No formal billable hour requirement
• Year-end discretionary performance bonus
• Highly communicative, supportive team culture
• Long-term stability and career growth

Ideal Candidates

• Patent Prosecution Paralegal with strong tenure OR
• Experienced law firm paralegal with excellent stability wanting to transition into IP
• Strong communicator with high attention to detail
• Values culture, teamwork, and accountability