Legal Assistant
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Price Heneveld LLP, an intellectual property law firm in Grand Rapids, is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join our team of staff. The ideal candidate is an independent self-starter, possesses superior communication skills and attention to detail, and works well under pressure in a fast-paced environment. The firm offers a competitive wage and employee benefits. A hybrid schedule is available after an initial in-office training period. Intellectual property duties include, but are not limited to: preparing and filing new provisional, utility, design, continuation, divisional, and National Stage patent applications, including any essential documents with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO); preparing and filing Information Disclosure Statements; communicating with clients and obtaining executed formal documents required to complete U.S. and international application processes, including Powers of Attorney, Oaths and Declarations, Assignments, formal figures, etc.; using the USPTO and other intellectual property internet websites to research and compile data on U.S. and international patent applications and trademarks; assisting with preparing patent and trademark searches; filing trademark applications and responses with the USPTO; communicating with clients and compiling trademark proof of use; and determining trademark descriptions of goods and services all under the supervision of an attorney. Administrative responsibilities include, but are not limited to: monitoring a daily docket, preparing reference materials, transcribing documents, drafting correspondence, establishing and maintaining physical and electronic files, processing new client matters, answering phones, and scheduling appointments. Desired Skills & ExperienceCandidates must have two years of law office experience, preferably in the field of intellectual property. Please submit a current resume and cover letter with your application. Apply through LinkedIn or directly at recruiting@priceheneveld.com.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
No phone calls, please.
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