IP Assistant

Polsinelli is seeking an IP Assistant supporting our IP Department. Preferred locations include Dallas, St. Louis or Washington, DC.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate interest in learning Intellectual Property rules and guidelines
• Draft and/or edit documents accurately and quickly with exceptional typing skills
• Effectively set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage assigned projects
• Pay attention to minute details of a project or task (e.g., calendaring, meeting coordination, timesheet entries, grammar, and patent particulars such as names, dates, titles)
• Work efficiently as a critical thinker, using available technology and striving to make tasks easier and more efficient
• Maintain and update files, including file openings
• Assist with IP portfolio analysis and presentations
• Assist with preparation and reporting of client letters and patent formalities, as well as Information Disclosure Statement (IDS) preparation and management
• Assist with client estimates and accruals, as well as invoicing
• Proficient in iManage, InTapp, Chrome River, and Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Attend any required training by the firm’s training department and/or the IP Department
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize assigned projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe

Requirements

• 1+ year of administrative or client service experience preferred

Pay

The budgeted salary range for this position is $55,000 - $70,000.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Sick time off
• Referral program
• Medical insurance and benefits
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• AD&D insurance
• ID Theft insurance
• Long-term disability benefits
• Short-term disability benefits
• Parking/Transit reimbursement (varies depending on location)
• 401(k) benefits
• Employee assistance benefits