Patent Legal Administrative Assistant - IPR/IPP

Dinsmore is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant at our Cincinnati, OH location who will support multiple attorneys/paralegals primarily in connection with all phases of trademark protection and enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Completing electronic filings
• Communicating professionally and in a timely manner with clients
• Carrying out billing
• Proofreading, editing, and formatting contracts, spreadsheets, other reports and transaction related documents
• Managing docketing
• Coordinating travel arrangements, time entry and other legal support functions

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 attorney timekeeping software and electronic document management systems
• 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 is preferred
• Experience in trademark and copyright clearance, prosecution and transactional work is preferred
• Experience with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is preferred
• Overall knowledge and understanding of domestic and foreign procurement process for patents and trademarks is preferred
• Ability to review and communicate docket to attorneys/paralegals, and effectively report to several professionals is preferred
• We seek candidates that are self-directed, highly motivated, and have advanced computer skills

Equal Opportunity Employer