Legal Secretary - Patent - HumanHire

HumanHire is partnered with a top ranked Global Law Firm to find a Legal Secretary to support the firms growing Patent Prosecution Group in the Menlo Park / Palo Alto area.

The ideal candidate will bring exceptional organizational abilities, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to managing a dynamic workload. This role is essential to ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our patent prosecution practice.

We Offer:

• Pay: $85-95K Base Salary plus OT and Bonus
• Hybrid Flexibility: Monday & Friday Remote Every Week
• Great Benefits: 401K Match, PTO, Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, and more

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys and patent agents specializing in patent prosecution.
• Prepare, edit, and finalize correspondence, patent applications, amendments, and other legal documents in compliance with USPTO and international patent office standards.
• Manage attorney calendars, including tracking deadlines, scheduling meetings, and coordinating with clients and patent offices.
• File documents with the USPTO and other patent offices through electronic systems such as EFS-Web or Patent Center.
• Communicate professionally with clients, inventors, and foreign associates regarding case statuses, deadlines, and procedural requirements.

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of Legal Secretary experience
• Patent Prosecution experience is required
• Bachelor's Degree, Paralegal Certificate, or Associate Degree (Preferred)

If you're interested in a confidential conversation about your job search, please apply with your resume and, if qualified, a recruiter will contact you within 24 hours. Thanks!

If this is not the ideal position for you but are still interested in hearing about what other job opportunities are in your area, please visit www.humanhirellc.comand email your resume to jobs[at]humanhirellc.com!

HumanHire is a national executive search and staffing firm who with a leadership team that has over 50 years of experience as trusted industry professionals specializing in direct hire, temp to hire, temporary and payrolling services. We have cultivated long-lasting relationships and utilize them to connect our candidates and clients in several industries and job functions:

• Paralegals
• Legal Assistants
• Billing and Accounting
• Attorneys
• Legal Secretaries
• Human Resources
• Business Development