IP Administrative Assistant

About the role

Procopio is seeking an IP Administrative Assistant to join our dynamic IP team in our downtown San Diego office. This position will provide administrative support to the IP team, including attorneys, staff, and clients, and will be an integral part of our mission to deliver exceptional IP services.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding of new clients with the Conflicts Department.
• Coordinate opening of new matters for existing clients with the Docketing Department.
• Perform administrative tasks for attorneys, such as expense reimbursement requests, meeting scheduling, travel and seminar arrangements, and document management.
• Review incoming USPTO communications.

Requirements

• At least one year of legal support experience.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational, communication, and prioritization skills.
• Able to manage competing priorities and comfortable working independently while collaborating with attorneys, staff, and clients.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of USPTO systems (Patent Center, Trademark Center, and TSDR) is preferred but not required.
• Experience with FoundationIP and other IP legal software is preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical (HMO/PPO plans), dental (HMO/PPO plans), and vision coverage.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Firm wellness incentives.
• 401(k) profit-sharing program.
• Generous paid time off policy.

Pay

Typical pay range is from $65,000 - $75,000, depending on experience. Bonuses are awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance.