Legal Staff Paralegal in Milwaukee, WI

Law Firm

Milwaukee, WI

Legal Staff Paralegal in Milwaukee, WI

Legal Staff

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This large firm operates like a small law firm, with offices across the nation, and its quality of its attorneys and work is high. The firms’ lawyers try cases all over the nations, and try more cases than most firms in the country. The firm hires the best and brightest from top national and regional law schools. The pay is average, but the billable requirement is reasonable. People work hard, but the firm realizes that quality of life is just as important. The firm handles virtually all types of litigation and transactional law. It has been a legal powerhouse in the Midwest for a long time. The size allows the firm to handle the most complex transactions and cases, and its clients include many Fortune 500 companies. Associates are allowed to choose the practice areas and specific assignments that interest them, and they will be challenged with responsibility and client contact.
Paralegal - Patent Prosecution The candidate will assist with all aspects of patent preparation and prosecution across multiple clients. Coordinating filing of new patent applications. Reviewing and managing USPTO and foreign counsel correspondence. Tracking due dates via matter management and docketing systems and coordinating with attorneys and staff to meet all identified due dates. Proactively preparing client reporting and prosecution documents. Communicating with USPTO, attorneys, paralegals, liaisons, foreign associates, staff and clients regarding all aspects of patent prosecution. Should have 5-10 years working with intellectual property and patent prosecution. 2+ years of law firm experience. A Bachelor's Degree or Paralegal Certification is desirable. Trademark prosecution experience a plus. Strong attention to detail and experience managing an extensive patent prosecution docket. Outstanding communication (oral & written) and organization skills.