Dinsmore & Shohl LLP

IP Legal Administrative Assistant

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP  •  Ann Arbor, MI (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

At Dinsmore, our strength comes from our people. With more than 750 attorneys across 30+ offices nationwide, we are dedicated to building a dynamic, client-focused Firm recognized for excellence. Together we work to build a strong market profile, highlighting our capabilities to clients and attracting talented attorneys and business professionals who seek a supportive environment where they can thrive. Discover how you can grow with us at www.dinsmore.com.

Dinsmore is seeking an IP Legal Administrative Assistant at either our Troy or Ann Arbor, MI location to support multiple attorneys/paralegals in connection with Patent Prosecution and Opinion work.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and electronically filing patent applications, amendments, appeals, assignments and other documents related to prosecution, docket management, client communication, billing, formatting, proofreading, and editing of contracts, spreadsheets, and other reports and transaction-related documents, and other legal support functions

Requirements

• 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 electronic document management systems. iManage/FileSite and Anaqua a plus
• Familiarity with basic online resources
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills, and ability to multi-task
• Proven success as 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 prosecution and transactional work
• Experience with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
• Overall knowledge and understanding of domestic and foreign procurement process for patents and trademarks
• Ability to review and communicate docket to attorneys/paralegals, and effectively report to several professionals

Equal Opportunity Employer
Dinsmore & Shohl LLP

About Dinsmore & Shohl LLP

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP has a nationwide team of more than 750 attorneys who are trusted advisers to some of the world's leading businesses—including many in the Fortune 500—as well as institutions, associations, governments, professional firms and individuals. Clients count on Dinsmore to offer high-quality, commercial, cost-effective advice. The caliber of Dinsmore’s clear, concise counsel is steadily expanding its client base and fueling the firm's position as one of the fastest growing in the country.

Dinsmore prioritizes collegiality at every turn, both externally and internally, leading to national awards for client service and a positive reputation for its workplace culture. This is also reflected in the firm's commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, where Dinsmore and its attorneys are striving to set an example for the legal industry. The firm maintains these principles in its dedication to underserved populations, both by giving time to community service projects throughout the country and through the many hours of pro bono counsel provided by Dinsmore attorneys each year.

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Industry
Legal & Compliance
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Cincinnati, Ohio
Year Founded
1908
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