Intellectual Property Paralegal

Dority & Manning is a steadily growing boutique intellectual property firm with a unique approach to legal services and business operations. Our firm thrives on foundations of trust, openness, and integrity to build an environment of true collaboration. We invest in our people, culture, and systems to create an atmosphere where all people grow and succeed. 

From start-up ventures to multinational, Fortune 100 corporations, Dority & Manning represents a diverse set of organizations in all aspects of intellectual property law. Our team works closely with high-technology clients developing advancements in artificial intelligence, machine learning, quantum computing, and other innovative technologies to secure patent protection and provide relevant strategic counsel. As a patent paralegal, you will join forces with attorneys and other support staff to work on matters related to patent prosecution, including case preparation and file management.  

Position Details:

• Perform and/or manage day to day client and attorney functions related to patent or trademark practices. 
• Process incoming and outgoing file transfers and prioritizing action items based on urgency.
• Manage assigned dockets and collaborate with IP docketing team and/or IP Specialists.
• Manage client relationships and serve as an expert regarding IP processes and questions for both clients and inventors.
• Manage client reporting and tracking including status updates, annual filing updates, IDS tracking, and attorney assignments within varying platforms and databases.  
• Manage the client's billing process and collaborate with Accounting as needed.
• Serve as group project lead related to client transfers, intakes processes, creation of client/ business processes, etc.  
• Serve as a training lead when needed for client group and/or other junior practice group members.
• Identify and conduct quality review of client focused work product to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• In conjunction with leadership, develop and maintain client procedural and training documentation, form letters and templates, checklists, etc.
• Serve as attorney liaison, as well as collaborate across groups to create efficiencies and streamline processes to achieve client or firm goals.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of IP paralegal experience preferred.
• Experience managing systems and/or processes.
• Strong proficiency with technologies including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience prioritizing individual and group workflow is required.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; demonstrated understanding of correct grammar. 
• Ability to work well under pressure, multi-task efficiently, and be an independent thinker.
• Ability to perform effectively with little or no supervision and within established time limits and ongoing deadlines.

Benefits

•  A respectful, friendly, and energetic environment built on trust.
• A culture that thrives on collaboration, transparency, and team building.
• Professional trainer and training program implemented to teach end-to-end processes and enhance each individual skill set.
• Casual attire.
• 401k/Profit Sharing.
• Employer Paid Benefits Options for Employee.

Salary Range

• Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate’s education, training, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Salary range: $55,000-88,000

If this position resonates with you, we would love to speak with you. To apply, please email a resume to: [email protected]

Dority & Manning strongly values diverse talent and will continue to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants for competitive employment positions regardless of age, race, color, marital status, gender identity or origin, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.