Patent Prosecution Legal Assistant – Hybrid

Patent Prosecution Legal Assistant providing client management support for attorney. Assisting in prosecuting patent applications in the U.S.

Posted 7/11/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides client management support for attorney.
Assists attorney in prosecuting patent applications in the United States and various foreign countries.
Establishes and maintains patent files: opens files, prepares documents for filing.
Reviews all incoming correspondence from U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and foreign associates for essential docketing.
Maintains and updates docketing log spreadsheet.
On-going verbal and written communication with attorneys, clients and foreign associates.

What you’ll need

BA degree and/or paralegal certificate or minimum of 5 years experience in U.S. patent prosecution.
Familiarity with electronic case management systems and USPTO rules and requirements.
Familiarity with the prosecution of U.S. Trademark applications a plus.
Ability to work comfortably with advanced computer software
Ability to work independently and meet critical deadlines under supervision of attorney.
High level of responsibility, dedication and accuracy required.

Comp & perks

competitive salary
a comprehensive benefits package that includes employee medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D insurance
short- and long-term disability
401(k) match
ten firm holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

Patent Application PreparationDocument FilingDocketingU.S. Trademark Application ProsecutionAdvanced Computer Software Proficiency

Soft Skills

IndependenceDeadline ManagementResponsibilityDedicationAttention to Detail

Certifications

Paralegal Certificate