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Form of workWith over 725 lawyers in 31 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.
Dinsmore is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant who will support multiple attorneys/paralegals primarily in connection with patent and trademark protection and portfolio management. We seek candidates that are focus on attention to detail, are self-directed, highly motivated, and have advanced computer skills.
Responsibilities
Assist with IP portfolio management and related communications; electronic filings; client communication; billing; formatting, proofreading, and editing of contracts, spreadsheets, and other reports and transaction-related documents; docket management; travel arrangements; and other legal support functions.
Requirements
- 5+ years of legal assistant experience
- Excellent writing, grammar, proofreading skills, and meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent word processing skills and intermediate-level use of Microsoft Office Suite, .pdf editing software, and related legal software, including attorney timekeeping software and electronic document management systems
- Possess strong organizational and time management skills
- Must be a positive team player, as well as an independent worker
- Ability to excel in a fast paced environment
- Solid work history including 3-5 years supporting multiple attorneys/paralegals
- Experience in patent, trademark and copyright clearance, prosecution and transactional work a plus
- Ability to review and communicate docket to attorneys/paralegals, and effectively report to several professionals
Equal Opportunity Employer
- Pay Type Hourly
