Legal Support Analyst-VT

Legal Support Analyst

Seeking a Legal Support Analyst that will be a part of a team that is primarily based from the Vermont operations facility. Must be a flexible self-starter who enjoys juggling many tasks and can work comfortably in a fast-paced and small office environment.

 What your typical workday looks like:

• Support the patent process with a core set of administrative tasks and responsibilities
• Provide administrative and client support for multiple patent Attorneys/Agents/Paralegals

• Manage patent dockets, correspondence and filings
• Process and coordinate inbound and outbound file transfers
• Prepare Information Disclosure Statements for multiple cases
• Proofing U.S. issued patents for corrections
• Monitoring international annuities and maintenance fees for patents

• Prepare inactivation checklists and assist with transfer letters to foreign counsel
• Open new matters in docketing and financial systems
• Perform other administrative duties in support of a well-defined, and highly efficient, legal workflow in our Silicon Valley and other West Coast technology law focused offices

What you need:

Reporting to the Senior Patent Practice Support Manager, the ideal candidate must be organized, efficient and have a good aptitude for learning standard tasks within a law firm environment.

• Current knowledge of U.S. Patent and Trademark Office rules/procedures and operations
• Background and/or project management experience is helpful, but not required.
• Patent prosecution or life sciences experience a plus. Bachelor’s degree required.

COVID Vaccine Policy:

All new hires must receive the COVID vaccine.  Proof of vaccination will be required as a condition of employment. Compliance with applicable laws regarding the reasonable accommodation of individuals with disabilities and/or sincerely held religious beliefs will be maintained.