Legal Assistant

Pirkey Barber PLLC•Austin, TX

21d•$65,000 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Pirkey Barber is a U.S. law firm focused on trademark, trade dress, copyright, and unfair competition law. The Legal Assistant performs administrative and legal support duties for assigned attorneys, maintains positive contact with clients, attorneys, and staff, and protects the confidentiality of client matters. This is a hybrid position with in-office requirements at the firm’s Austin, Texas office. The position is full-time and pays $65,000–$85,000 per year, with eligibility for overtime. Trademark-specific experience is not required.

Requirements

At least 5 years of law firm experience.
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, document management systems, and timekeeping and billing systems.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Must not require U.S. visa sponsorship now or in the future, including H-1B, TN, or E-3 visas.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys managing domestic and international trademark client portfolios.
Assist with filings, maintenance, and correspondence with clients and trademark offices, including the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
Draft and prepare correspondence, legal documents, and emails from written or oral instructions.
Manage calendars, schedule meetings, coordinate domestic and international travel, and maintain deadline reminders.
Handle phone calls, voicemail, mail, and internal electronic filings, ensuring timely document routing and delivery.
Maintain organized physical and electronic client files.
Conduct internal preliminary trademark conflict searches.
Assist with billing support.
Conduct client-based research using Secretary of State databases, USPTO, PACER, and other online resources.
Coordinate with the legal assistant team and other administrative staff as needed.
Handle high-volume client matters.
Prepare reports for attorneys.
Maintain confidentiality in all client interactions.