Legal Practice Assistant

Min 2 yrs required

Full-time

No

Law Firm Seeking Legal Practice Assistant in Charlotte, NC

Are you an experienced legal practice assistant with a background in intellectual property? Look no further! Burr & Forman LLP is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team in Charlotte, NC. As a one-firm culture committed to our clients, colleagues, and communities, we invest in our people to deliver the highest level of client service. If you share our values and commitment, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Key Contributions:

- Perform complex administrative duties in a fast-paced legal environment
- Draft assignments, licenses, and other agreements related to patents and proprietary information/technology
- Make electronic filings with the Patent Office under attorney supervision
- Track patent application and foreign filing deadlines
- Conduct online research for technical literature and patent databases
- Other responsibilities as needed

The Essentials:

- Minimum of 2 years experience as a transactional legal secretary/assistant in a law firm or corporate legal department, preferably with a focus on intellectual property
- Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and ability to type 50 wpm
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive with a strong sense of ownership
- Ability to balance competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Willingness to work overtime as needed

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our hiring and promotion practices. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, or disability.

If you are interested in joining our team, please visit our website at to view our Equal Employment Opportunity, E-Verify, and other related posters. We look forward to hearing from you!

Experience with electronic filings and patent databases preferred

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Paid Time Off, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

English

Legal Terminology, Legal Processes, Administrative Support, Microsoft Word, Typing, Organization, Detail-Oriented, Proactive, Communication, Time Management

Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Please submit resume and cover letter to [contact person name] at [email address].

Qualification and Experience Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Legal