What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Secretary position at Flex Professionals?
A growing boutique intellectual property law firm is seeking a Legal Secretary. Candidates should be comfortable working collaboratively alongside other experienced IP professionals, including paralegals and IP Administrators, IP attorneys, and registered patent agents.
Hours / Schedule : Full time, flex
Job Type : Contract to Hire
Location Requirements : Remote, but must reside in the DMV
Rate : $35 / hour
Job Description : Candidates should be comfortable working collaboratively alongside other experienced IP professionals, including paralegals and IP Administrators, IP attorneys and registered patent agents.
Responsibilities :
- Assist with docketing and reporting incoming USPTO and international correspondence; preparing and filing documents at the USPTO; preparing and managing PCT application filing; preparing formal documents, coordinating proper legalization of documents for international filings; maintaining complete and accurate electronic files; monitor the daily docket and corresponding with clients and foreign counsel regarding deadlines and status of applications.
- Perform all assignments in strict compliance with ethical guidelines governing the practice of law and firm standard procedures, and
- Work within and among practice teams and the firm to facilitate efficient and effective delivery of legal services with excellent client service.
- Excellent academic credentials and strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
- Preferred is 3-5 years of patent prosecution experience, a paralegal certification, or a 4-year college degree.
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