IP Assistant - Entry Level

LANDO & ANASTASI•Boston, MA

7d•$55,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

A career at Lando & Anastasi puts you in the midst of today’s most exciting innovations in technology and business. But the real reward is working with our team of Boston-based professionals who share your passion for excellence and being a part of a close-knit firm that collaborates openly and enthusiastically with one another. We’re passionate about IP law, science, and business—and strive to do our best work for every client, regardless of size. Sound different thanאנא

Requirements

Fluency in English (both written and spoken) is required
BS/BA required
Demonstrated technology skills, including proficiency with MS Office applications

Nice To Haves

2-5 years' experience in a law firm or other legal environment preferred
Ability to plan, organize and carry out multiple related activities
Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines, with the flexibility to work extra hours to accomplish same if necessary
Able to effectively navigate a fluid, fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
Must be a team player, but also able to work independently
Good communication, oral, written and interpersonal skills
Excellent attention to detail, problem solving, and proofreading abilities

Responsibilities

Assist attorneys with various aspects of their docket
Organize and maintain electronic mail, facsimiles, docketing information and instructions and take necessary action
Prepare and file documents with U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
Review incoming correspondence including paper and electronic mail, facsimiles, docketed information, or client instructions and take necessary action
Interact with clients via telephone, electronic mail, and facsimile as necessary
Coordinate with colleagues and/or departments to ensure completion of assigned tasks and other requests
Prepare Information Disclosure Statements for filing with the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO)
Prepare search results and prior art lists for citation
Compile prior art tables
Compile electronic prior art databases
Manage prior art and duty of disclosure requirements for domestic and foreign matters
Maintain accurate client contact information and reporting instructions
Maintain client specific instructions and relevant biographic data
Research and retrieve information for the completion of assigned tasks utilizing legal rules books (e.g., MPEP, TMEP, etc.), the United States Patent and Trademark Office
Utilize a range of software applications including Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, CPi (general case information and docketing database), JURIS (billing database), DeskSite (document management system), IPDAS (document generation and contact database), and other practice- or firm-specific applications.
Guide, mentor, or be a resource to others, as appropriate
Take on additional responsibilities as needed