Intellectual Property Legal Secretary

Refer to Job # R4FS602705

Phoenix office seeks an intellectual property legal secretary with 5 years of relevant experience. The candidate composes routine and complex reporting correspondence. Drafts responses to office actions, both trademark and patent. Assists attorney in maintaining docket reports. Identifies and researches issues with documentation that may be inaccurate. Performs patent and trademark Internet research. Maintains attorney calendar. Responds to phone calls and emails in a professional manner. Excellent writing skills are also important as this position requires the ability to compose complex and difficult correspondence. Candidates must be able to type 65 wpm. Proven advanced knowledge of Windows XP and Office 2003, including Word, Outlook and intermediate Excel knowledge is required. Must be familiar with the USPTO database and must be able to retrieve relevant information. (Note: Hours for the position are 7:45 to 4:00).

This is one of the largest, most prestigious law firms in Arizona. They have a full-service business practice that includes all aspects of transactional law and litigation. The firm has an impressive list of major corporate clients from across the country, and it has been involved in many significant cases and transactions. The firm has several offices in the Western United States, and it is large enough to handle the most complex legal matters. A strong commitment to pro bono work is present, and it is credited as billable hours. The atmosphere at this firm is supportive and collegial, and attorneys are provided with excellent technology resources to improve their efficiency.