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Legal Assistant (Intellectual Property)

Kirton McConkie PC, Salt Lake City, UT, United States


Job Description
Kirton McConkie, a large Salt Lake City law firm, has an exciting employment opportunity for a legal assistant to work with its Intellectual Property practice group. The ideal candidate will have a positive "can-do" attitude to meet the needs of high-level clients and attorneys.

Responsibilities

Electronically file patent and trademark-related documents with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

Electronically access patent and trademark records

Organize, maintain, and docket patents and trademarks

Organize and maintain physical and electronic files

Manage correspondence between attorney and clients

Format and construct various pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents

Provide proactive and advanced legal support

Qualifications

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel

Ability to meet required deadlines, multi-task, prioritize, organize, and work calmly under pressure

High attention to detail, proactive, and self-motivated

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Professional appearance and attitude

Two (2) years of IP experience preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred

Experience with Anaqua or similar docketing system preferred

Kirton McConkie offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.

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