Legal Staff Other in San Diego, CA

Law Firm

San Diego, CA

Legal Staff Other in San Diego, CA

Legal Staff

Min 2 yrs required

No

Job Title:
Intellectual Property Assistant

Job Responsibilities:
The Intellectual Property Assistant is responsible for providing essential administrative and legal support in the realm of patent and trademark prosecution. The role involves a combination of billable and non-billable tasks that require close collaboration with attorneys, staff, and clients within the IP Operations team. Specific duties include:

Billable Tasks:
- Preparing and filing . and PCT applications, office action responses, and related prosecution documents.
- Filing WIPO applications and formal documents.
- Reviewing and reporting on communications from the USPTO and WIPO.
- Preparing trademark renewals.
- Participating in patent filing quality control processes.
- Maintaining electronic records and logging billable time.
- Providing coverage during team absences.

Non-Billable Tasks:
- Assisting with billing and docket reporting.
- Supporting general IP operations and administrative tasks as necessary.

Education and Experience Information:
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in . IP prosecution is preferred.
- Legal or administrative support experience is also preferred.
- A high school diploma is required, with an Associate or Bachelor’s degree being preferred.
- Candidates should have a strong command of Microsoft Office and USPTO platforms, such as EFS-Web, PAIR, and TEAS.
- Familiarity with IP docketing systems is considered a plus.

Salary Information:
The salary range for the Intellectual Property Assistant position typically falls between $60,000 and $90,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. Candidates with pay expectations outside this range are still encouraged to apply. Bonuses may be awarded based on individual and firm performance.

Additional Information:
The law firm offers a hybrid work environment that allows for a balance between office and remote work. The team culture is described as collaborative and supportive, with ongoing training, clear processes, and opportunities to work on meaningful projects. Full-time employees have access to a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical (HMO/PPO plans), dental (HMO/PPO plans), vision, flexible spending/health savings accounts, an Employee Assistance Program, wellness program incentives, a 401k profit-sharing program, and a generous time-off policy.

The law firm is committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. The firm is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and stands against discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.