Legal Assistant - Patent Services Group

Max 1 yrs required

Full-time

No

The Law Firm of Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman is seeking a highly motivated and organized Legal Assistant to join our Patent Services Group in Chicago, Illinois. Our firm specializes in patent prosecution and counseling for both domestic and international clients, and our team of practitioners have extensive experience in various industries. We are committed to providing exceptional services to our clients, and we are looking for a dedicated individual to join our team.

Job Title: Legal Assistant - Patent Services Group

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Salary: $45,000-$47,000

Experience: 0-1 year

Job Description:

As a Legal Assistant in our Patent Services Group, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to our team of patent attorneys and paralegals. Your duties will include preparing documents for filing with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, communicating with paralegals and administrators, and managing physical and digital files. This is an entry-level position, and we provide extensive on-the-job training to help you succeed in this role.

Responsibilities:

Prepare documents for filing with the United States Patent and Trademark Office
Communicate with paralegals and administrators for ongoing projects
Maintain physical and digital files
Manage file retention
Provide administrative support to the team

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a cumulative GPA of or higher (preferred)
1+ years of work experience in a law office environment (preferred)
Paralegal certification preferred, but not required
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks
Ability to meet strict deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary range of $45,000-$47,000 with potential for year-end discretionary bonus
Comprehensive Benefits Program including health, life, and disability insurance, as well as dental and vision insurance options
401K plan
Inclusive and supportive work environment with ongoing mentorship opportunities
Open Door Policy for easy access to senior attorneys and managing partners

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume, academic transcripts, and a cover letter to our Recruitment Manager, Bill O'Connor. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. HFZ is an Equal Opportunity/M/F/Vet/Disabled Employer.

Join our team at Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman, and become a part of our dynamic and successful law firm. Apply now for the Legal Assistant - Patent Services Group position in Chicago, Illinois.

duties include:

preparing documents to be filed with the united states patent and trademark office
communicating with paralegals and administrators
maintaining physical and digital files
managing file retention



the assistant will typically work with paralegals and administrators in support of our uspto filings, file retention and project assistance. please apply by submitting your resume and academic transcripts along with a cover letter

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