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Title : Legal Secretary - Intellectual Property

Location : Arizona - Tucson
Refer to Job # OLNC717072

This large firm operates like a small law firm, with offices across the nation, and its quality of its attorneys and work is high. The firms’ lawyers try cases all over the nations, and try more cases than most firms in the country. The firm hires the best and brightest from top national and regional law schools. The pay is average, but the billable requirement is reasonable. People work hard, but the firm realizes that quality of life is just as important. The firm handles virtually all types of litigation and transactional law. It has been a legal powerhouse in the Midwest for a long time. The size allows the firm to handle the most complex transactions and cases, and its clients include many Fortune 500 companies. Associates are allowed to choose the practice areas and specific assignments that interest them, and they will be challenged with responsibility and client contact.
Legal Secretary - Intellectual Property Responsibilities: Support a senior partner in the intellectual Properties group preparing and filing US and foreign patent applications, responses and office actions with the USPTO. Prepare Information Disclosure Statements and Assignments/Declarations. Check status of patent and trademark files through PAIR/TARR. Create status reports for patent and trademark portfolios. Conduct trademark searches, initial document preparation of substantive US and foreign trademark submissions. Communicate with patent authorities, foreign agents and clients. Analyze patent authority communications to identify action required. Manage with minimal supervision, validate and enter data/docketing information. Work on additional projects assigned. Qualifications: 5+ years of experience or background working in a legal or business/corporate environment performing IP tasks as described above. Associates or Bachelor's degree in an applicable field is a plus. Experience recording and billing time in a law firm is a plus. Exceptional technical skills required including knowledge of MS Office Suite and the UPSTO online filing system. Strong organization, communication and client service skills. Ability to work independently, multi-task and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment are essential. Must be detail oriented and possess excellent grammar and speaking skills.

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