COJK is seeking qualified candidates to fill a full-time Junior Level Legal Assistant position. Junior Legal Assistant candidates will possess 1-2 years of experience with administrative work; knowledge of the USPTO Patent Center is a plus. Candidate must possess good organizational and communication skills, be flexible and willing to assume additional responsibilities as requested, be adept at working in a remote environment, and be able to work under pressure and produce quality work products.
Responsibilities
- Assist paralegals with managing communications from attorneys, clients, and foreign associates
- Prepare initial drafts of letters and emails
- Confirm/acknowledge receipt of communications from associates and clients
- Provide word processing services: preparation and editing of pending claims, formatting PCT applications
- Provide support in maintaining dockets for paralegals
- Assist with maintenance of current addresses for clients and inventors
- Order certified copies from the USPTO
- Arrange for certified copies to be sent to foreign associates
- Upload documents to internal database and client databases
- Assist attorneys and paralegals with the maintenance of internal spreadsheets to track projects
- Schedule task reminders in the Document Management System
- Manage other tasks as needed
- Attend department meetings and meetings with supervisors
Requirements
- Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office products
- Strong aptitude for delivering exceptional customer service
- Willingness and ability to be flexible
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team-oriented environment
- Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently and deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines
- A self-starter who will seek opportunities to provide support and learn new skills
- Ability to thrive in a remote work environment, maintaining productivity and effective communication
Compensation
- $55,000 - $60,000 annually, depending on experience
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision/LTD/STD
- 401(k)