Legal Assistant

About us:

This is a great opportunity to join a growing intellectual property law firm and explore a career in the patent field. Our firm offers a work culture that emphasizes communication, teamwork, and professional growth within a casual but professional work environment. For more information about us, please visit our website: https://allemanhall.com/

Overview of Position:

Responsibilities of the role will include working directly with the attorneys, paralegals, and other legal assistants to file and prosecute patent applications in the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO). The ideal candidate for this job has a skill set that includes the ability to multi-task, prioritize many projects with multiple people, self-motivate, and adhere to fast-paced deadlines.

Employees may work remotely from home on a hybrid basis. Currently, we ask our firm's Portland-area employees to work in the office a minimum of once per week on mandatory Wednesdays. Some additional in-office days may be required for this position. Our office is located in downtown Portland with easy access to public transportation.

This is a full-time position with a regular schedule of 37.5 - 40 hours per week. Comprehensive on-the-job training will be provided.

Compensation & Benefits:
The starting wage range for this position is $18.50 - $20.00 per hour. Compensation will depend on experience of the successful applicant. We generally promote from within, and we offer performance-based opportunities for long term growth and commensurate advancement in compensation.

Benefits include health and life insurance, employer funding of retirement account, flexible spending account (FSA) options, generous paid time off and holiday pay, employee assistance program, disability insurance, flexible work hours, and a casual dress policy. Employees have access to a fitness center, locker room, and bicycle storage located in our Portland office building.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare letters, correspondence, forms, and other written materials
• Utilize electronic systems for submission of materials to the USPTO
• Enter, download, and review data using various computer software programs
• Respond to questions and requests for information from the USPTO and clients
• Research IP manuals to ensure compliance with USPTO rules and regulations
• Manage workflow, ensuring that deadlines are met and work is completed correctly
• May be responsible for mailing out letters and documents from the firm’s office building
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software programs and demonstrated ability to efficiently learn and use various computer programs
• Ability to complete detail-oriented tasks with a high degree of accuracy
• Superior organization skills and dedication to completing projects in a timely manner
• Positive attitude and ability to communicate professionally with supervisors and colleagues
• A college degree is preferred, but not required
• Relevant professional experience is preferred, but not required
• We will consider persons with a wide range of experience for this position. Those with minimal related experience are welcome to apply.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your qualifications. Applications will not be considered without a cover letter.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in our workplace and encourage persons of all backgrounds to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portland, OR 97204

Salary : $19 - $20