Intellectual Property Legal Assistant

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JOB DUCK IS HIRING AN INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LEGAL ASSISTANT

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Role Overview

If you\'re someone who thrives on precision and enjoys being the steady hand behind seamless legal operations, this role is for you. As an Intellectual Property Legal Assistant, you’ll be the heartbeat of our intellectual property practice, ensuring every deadline is met and every client feels supported. You’ll work closely with attorneys and international agents, keeping patent and trademark matters on track and clients informed. This position is ideal for someone detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and passionate about making legal processes feel approachable.

Schedule :

Monday to Friday from 9 : 00 AM to 5 : 00 PM EST (USA)

Your Responsibilities Will Include but Are Not Limited To :

• Communicating proactively with clients about project progress
• Tracking and meeting internal and external deadlines
• Monitoring Patent Center and Trademark Center / TSDR daily
• Using docketing software to manage updates and filings
• Coordinating with foreign agents on international IP matters
• Translating legal concepts into clear, actionable steps for clients
• Finalizing and filing applications regularly
• Maintaining accurate client records and case files
• Preparing weekly and monthly reports on filings and case status
• Attend team meetings and coordinate with attorneys on active matters
• Supporting operations with email reviews and deadline management
• Drafting and proofreading legal documents with high attention to detail
• Conducting preliminary research and preparing discovery responses
• Tracking performance metrics and contributing to process improvements

What We’re Looking For :

What’s In It for You?

Ready to dive in? Apply now and make sure to follow all the instructions!

DISCLAIMER : Every candidate must pass each step in our application process to become part of our team. Ensure you have all the required documentation ready to streamline your application process.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal, Customer Service, and Administrative

Industries

Legal Services

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