Legal Administrative Assistant - IPR/IPP

Dinsmore is seeking an IP Legal Administrative Assistant at our Pittsburgh, PA location who will support multiple attorneys/paralegals in connection with Intellectual Property/Patent Prosecution work.

THIS IS NOT A FULLY REMOTE POSITION.

Responsibilities

Preparing and electronically filing patent applications, amendments, appeals, assignments and other documents related to prosecution. Docket management; client communication; billing; formatting, proofreading, and editing of contracts, spreadsheets, and other reports and transaction-related documents; and other legal support functions. We seek candidates that are self-directed, highly motivated, organized, have an ability to maintain a large docket, and have advanced computer skills.

Requirements

• Excellent writing, grammar, proofreading skills, and meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent word processing skills and intermediate-level use of Microsoft Office Suite, .pdf editing software, and related legal software, including electronic document management systems. iManage/FileSite and Anaqua a plus
• Familiarity with basic online resources
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills, and ability to multi-task
• Proven success as a positive team player, as well as an independent worker
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment
• Solid work history including 3-5 years supporting multiple attorneys/paralegals
• Experience in patent prosecution and transactional work
• Experience with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, including PatentCenter 
• Overall knowledge and understanding of domestic and foreign procurement process for patents and trademarks
• Ability to review and communicate docket to attorneys/paralegals, and effectively report to several professionals

Equal Opportunity Employer