Remote IP Paralegal — Patent & IP Portfolio Support

Aptar Italia S.P.A.; Crystal Lake (IL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k & retirement

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Aptar is seeking an Intellectual Property Paralegal to support its global IP operations. You will provide administrative, docketing, and technical support across patents and trademarks, enabling efficient portfolio management and strong data integrity.

You will work with IP attorneys, patent agents, and external counsel to protect and maintain IP rights while coordinating with Legal, R&D, and Innovation teams.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, or related field.
• Paralegal certification preferred (e.g., NALA, NFPA, or equivalent).
• Coursework or exposure to Intellectual Property (IP), Patents, or Technology Law.
• 3–7 years of experience as a Paralegal, preferably in intellectual property.
• Experience supporting patent prosecution and IP portfolio management.
• Familiarity with global IP processes, docketing practices, and deadlines.
• Exposure to business administration or legal operations processes.
• Background or familiarity with science, engineering, or technical disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct factual/procedural research, prepare IP-related documents under supervision, and track IP matters.
• Day-to-day operational support for Aptar’s global IP portfolio (patents, filings, deadlines, renewals).
• Administrative and process support aligned with Group IP governance and standards
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external law firms
• Data management, docketing, reporting, and tracking of IP assets

Skills

IP law knowledge

Patent lifecycle

Data accuracy

Docketing coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Legal Studies or Paralegal Studies

Paralegal certification preferred

Tools

IP docketing software

Job description

Aptar is seeking an Intellectual Property Paralegal to support its global IP operations. You will provide administrative, docketing, and technical support across patents and trademarks, enabling efficient portfolio management and strong data integrity.

You will work with IP attorneys, patent agents, and external counsel to protect and maintain IP rights while coordinating with Legal, R&D, and Innovation teams.