Legal Assistant - Patent Services Group

Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman, LLC•Chicago, IL

39d•$45,000 - $47,000•Onsite

About The Position

Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman, an Intellectual Property Law firm located in downtown Chicago, is seeking a full-time legal assistant to join its Patent Services Group administrative support staff. The assistant will typically work with paralegals and administrators in support of our USPTO filings, file retention and project assistance. Very little overtime is required. This is an entry-level in-office position and we do provide extensive on-the-job training. HFZ is a two-decade old patent firm that specializes in delivering top quality patent prosecution and counseling services to numerous Fortune 500 companies and global technology leaders. With our team of excellent patent attorneys and dedicated professional staff, we deliver exceptional patent prosecution and portfolio management services to our diverse clientele. We thrive in an inclusive environment that provides ongoing mentorship for the career development of our team members. We offer a dynamic team focused work environment, excellent work/life balance, an Open Door Policy allowing easy access to Senior Attorneys and Managing Partners and a competitive benefits package. Please apply by submitting your resume and academic transcripts along with a cover letter. ATTN: Bill O'Connor, Recruitment Manager Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman, LLC is committed to diversity as a core value of the firm. We continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. A diverse and inclusive workforce enriches our work experience and enhances the value of our legal services. HFZ is an Equal Opportunity/ M/F/Vet/Disabled Employer.

Requirements

A 4-year bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (preferred)
1+ years of work experience in a law office environment, it does not have to be in Intellectual Property (preferred)
Paralegal certification preferred, but not required
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with team members
The ability to be well organized and timely manage multiple tasks
The ability to meet strict guidelines
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe Acrobat/PDF Exchange required.

Nice To Haves

A 4-year bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (preferred)
1+ years of work experience in a law office environment, it does not have to be in Intellectual Property (preferred)
Paralegal certification preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

preparing documents to be filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office
communicating with paralegals and administrators
maintaining physical and digital files
managing file retention