Patent Secretary, Chemical, Biotech, or Mechanical exp.

ZipRecruiter; Denver (CO); Remote; USD 89,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal practice seeks a full-time Patent Prosecution Legal Secretary. This remote position requires candidates with over 3 years of relevant experience in patent prosecution, offering competitive salary and outstanding benefits. Responsibilities include preparing patent filings, coordinating travel, and client communication, suited for a self-starter with excellent organizational skills.

Benefits

Outstanding benefits package

20 days PTO

401(k) contributions

Paid overtime

Social and diverse culture

Qualifications

• 3+ years of patent prosecution experience in Chemical, Biotech, Biopharma, or Mechanical.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Windows.

Responsibilities

• Prepare U.S. patent applications and legal documents for e-filing.
• Draft client reporting letters and coordinate travel arrangements.
• Communicate directly with clients as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Self-starter

Tools

Microsoft Office

Windows 10

iManage

Inprotech

Job description

Remote Patent Prosecution Legal Secretary

Position Overview

We are seeking a full-time Patent Prosecution Legal Secretary with experience in Chemical, Biotech, Biopharma, or Mechanical patent prosecution. This position is fully remote but requires candidates to reside in California, Arizona, Colorado, Oregon, or Washington.

Location & Hours

• Must live in CA, AZ, CO, OR, or WA
• Fully remote, with in-office requirements for those within 1.5 hours of Denver, LA, or SF (3 days/week)
• Hours: PDT Zone 9-5:30, CDT Zone 10:30-7 or 11-7:30

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $89,000 - $113,000, based on experience
• Paid overtime
• Outstanding benefits package including healthcare, dental, vision, AD&D, STD, LTD, 20 days PTO, life insurance, holidays, 401(k) contributions, and a social, diverse culture

Responsibilities

• Prepare U.S. patent applications, amendments, and legal documents for e-filing and reporting
• Draft client reporting letters and expense reports
• Coordinate travel arrangements for the firm
• Communicate directly with clients as needed

Qualifications

• 3+ years of patent prosecution experience in Chemical, Biotech, Biopharma, or Mechanical fields
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Windows 10, Microsoft Office, iManage, and Inprotech
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills
• Available for overtime as required

About the Firm

Join a well-respected, global legal practice with 45 offices worldwide, known for its local connections and comprehensive legal services. Work with top patent lawyers in a dynamic, stable, and growing environment.