Prepare legal documents for filing with the USPTO, including: Declarations, Assignments, Powers of Attorney, Responses to Missing Parts, Amendments, ADSs, Requests for Correction of Filing Receipt, and Certificates of Correction
Assist attorneys, paralegals, and other administrative staff with assigned tasks, which may include: processing invoices and expenses, opening matters, scheduling meetings, mailing letters and packages, DocuSign requests, mailing client invoices, organizing files, time entry, and other projects as assigned
Maintain electronic files in accordance with client and department protocols
Proofread Filing Receipts, Notices of Publication, Issue Notifications, Letters Patent, Registration Certificates, and other official documents to verify accuracy of information
Assist with file intakes and other projects as needed
Assist with routine correspondence and client reporting letters
Accurately and completely record billable time spent and tasks performed in accordance with firm policy and client-imposed billing protocol, enter and release time promptly in compliance with firm's announced deadlines

Bachelor’s degree is preferred or combination of work experience and education equivalent
1+ years of prior USPTO eFiling experience is preferred
Self-starter with a high degree of attention to detail
Ability and willingness to learn new programs and program updates
Ability to work in a team-oriented, service focused environment and to handle stressful situations in a calm, composed manner
Ability to prioritize tasks and to complete projects with minimal supervision
Ability to accurately type 50+ wpm
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Ability to express self effectively, both orally and in writing
Excellent grammar and proofreading skills
A highly professional demeanor and appearance
Ability to follow client confidentiality guidelines
At least one year experience in a professional office preferred

IP Support Specialist

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