Legal Assistant (Intellectual Property)

Kirton McConkie, a large Salt Lake City law firm, has an exciting employment opportunity for a legal assistant to work with its Intellectual Property practice group. The ideal candidate will have a positive "can-do" attitude to meet the needs of high-level clients and attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Electronically file patent and trademark-related documents with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
• Electronically access patent and trademark records
• Organize, maintain, and docket patents and trademarks
• Organize and maintain physical and electronic files
• Manage correspondence between attorney and clients
• Format and construct various pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Provide proactive and advanced legal support

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel
• Ability to meet required deadlines, multi-task, prioritize, organize, and work calmly under pressure
• High attention to detail, proactive, and self-motivated
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Professional appearance and attitude
• Two (2) years of IP experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience with Anaqua or similar docketing system preferred

Kirton McConkie offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume.