Intellectual Property Legal Assistant at Adecco

ntellectual Property Legal Assistant Metro Milwaukee Area (Hybrid)
Full-Time Hourly, Non-Exempt 40 hours/week (Monday-Friday)

A well-established law firm with a focused intellectual property practice is seeking a detail-oriented Intellectual Property Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and procedural support to a small team of attorneys. This role is ideal for a motivated professional who enjoys precision-driven work, thrives in a deadline-oriented environment, and has an interest in patent and trademark processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, proofread, and organize correspondence and draft legal documents
• Support client billing processes, including time entry, invoice review, edits, and distribution
• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the intellectual property practice group
• Assist with opening and maintaining new client and matter files within practice management and IP docketing systems
• Prepare, send, and archive engagement letters for new clients
• Scan, distribute, and electronically file incoming correspondence
• Organize and manage email correspondence within the firm's document management system
• Assist with preparation and filing of formal IP-related documents, including application materials, information disclosure statements, declarations, powers of attorney, assignments, issue fee transmittals, reporting letters, and related correspondence
• Support electronic filings with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
• Generate and distribute docket reports, deadline reminders, and status updates to attorneys
• Assist with administrative financial tasks, including wire and check requests, expense reports, and invoice processing coordination with accounting

Qualifications

• Associate degree, high school diploma, GED, or relevant industry certification
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Exceptional attention to detail, particularly in document preparation and filing accuracy
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with legal terminology, document workflows, and administrative procedures (prior IP or law firm experience preferred)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal technology tools, including document management systems, e-filing platforms, and practice management software
• High level of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information
• Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate needs and solve problems independently

Position Details & Benefits

• Full-time position (40 hours per week)
• Hybrid schedule: onsite work with the opportunity to work remotely up to two days per week following a six-month onboarding period
• Complimentary onsite parking
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement plan with employer contributions, profit sharing, paid time off, and additional benefits

Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $75,000.00 per year

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