Patent Prosecution Paralegal: Impactful IP Role

Fredrikson & Byron, P.A.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance (basic and supplemental

Disability (short and long-term)

Employee resource benefits

Paid parental leave

Parenting classes

Pre-tax parking and transportation

Retirement plan and profit-sharing

Job summary

Fredrikson & Byron, P.A. seeks an experienced Patent Paralegal to join its Intellectual Property group. The role focuses on patent prosecution, docketing, and communication with clients and associates.

The ideal candidate will have a background in patent law, at least two years of experience, and strong MS Office skills. A Bachelor's or Associate degree with a paralegal certificate is preferred. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience as a patent prosecution paralegal in a law firm or corporation preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or an Associate degree and paralegal certificate preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and written communication skills essential.
• A high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel, is required.

Responsibilities

• Familiar with U.S. Patent & Trademark Office procedures.
• Operate patent-specific tools such as docketing software and the USPTO Patent Center.
• Knowledge of patent prosecution (US and foreign).
• Prepare and file patent application materials and related documents as needed.
• Correspond with clients/associates regarding filings and status updates for active matters.
• Perform patent searches and produce related reports.
• Record assignments, licenses, name changes, and other agreements.
• Perform other job-related duties and special projects as required.

Skills

Patent prosecution experience

MS Word & Excel

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree + paralegal certificate

Tools

Patent docketing software

Patent searching software

USPTO Patent Center

Job description

Fredrikson & Byron, P.A. seeks an experienced Patent Paralegal to join its Intellectual Property group. The role focuses on patent prosecution, docketing, and communication with clients and associates.

The ideal candidate will have a background in patent law, at least two years of experience, and strong MS Office skills. A Bachelor's or Associate degree with a paralegal certificate is preferred. Competitive benefits are offered.