Legal Staff Paralegal in Minneapolis, MN

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Law Firm

Minneapolis, MN

Legal Staff Paralegal in Minneapolis, MN

Legal Staff

Min 3 yrs required

No

Job Title:
Patent Paralegal

Job Responsibilities:
The Patent Paralegal will be a key member of the Intellectual Property group, providing specialized support to the Patent Department. The primary responsibilities include:

- Familiarity with . Patent & Trademark Office procedures.
- Efficient operation of patent-specific technology tools, such as patent docketing software, patent searching software, and the USPTO’s Patent Center.
- Strong knowledge of patent prosecution, both . and foreign.
- Preparation and filing of patent application materials and related documents as necessary.
- Correspondence with clients and/or associates regarding filings, ongoing prosecution actions, status updates, and requirements for active patent matters.
- Conducting patent searches and producing relevant reports.
- Recording assignments, licenses, name changes, and other agreements.
- Performing other job-related duties and special projects as required.

Education and Experience Information:
The ideal candidate for the Patent Paralegal position will meet the following criteria:

- A minimum of three years of experience as a patent prosecution paralegal in a law firm or corporation is required.
- A Bachelor’s degree or an Associate degree and paralegal certificate are preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills (both oral and written) are essential.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel, is required.

Salary Information:
The salary for the Patent Paralegal position varies by geographical market. In Minneapolis, the estimated starting compensation range is between to . The compensation offered will depend on the candidate’s experience, skills, education, professional background, overall qualifications, and geographic market location.

Benefits:
The law firm offers comprehensive benefits options, which include:

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Basic and supplemental life insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Employee resource benefits, including counseling, coaching, and caregiving guidance.
- Paid parental leave and parenting classes.
- Pre-tax parking and transportation options.
- A retirement plan that includes financial planning, Social Security/Medicare planning, 401(k)/Roth investment options, and a firm-paid profit-sharing contribution.
- Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms and conditions.

Additional Information:
The law firm is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. The law firm does not discriminate in its recruiting, hiring, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, marital status, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, and any other characteristics protected by applicable local, state, and/or federal laws.

The law firm is not accepting search firm submissions for this position; applicants are encouraged to apply directly through the firm’s careers page.

Applying For This Position:
Applications will only be accepted online at the specified law firm’s careers portal. Applicants will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume. For assistance with the application process or for accommodations, the specified contact email can be used.

About the Law Firm:
The law firm is a Midwest-based firm known for helping businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally, and globally. Their attorneys and staff act as business advisors, strategic partners, and legal counselors to their clients. They provide innovative solutions to legal needs and reflect inclusion and diversity as core values. The firm offers highly competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits in a collaborative work environment. The firm’s 400+ attorneys serve clients through ten locations around the world.

Jun 30, 2025
Jun 19, 2025
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