Legal Assistant - Patent

We are seeking aLegal Assistantfor our Denver office. As a valued team member, you will provide legal administrative support in a dynamic environment to attorneys and paralegals. Do you deftly handle multiple tasks? Are you a good communicator with a focus on excellent customer service? Do you thrive in a dynamic office environment? If so, then we would appreciate hearing from you. This position includes supporting the billing and collections process for assigned Partners.

In this role, you will:

• Provide support to a combination of several timekeepers which may include partners, associates, and paralegals.

• Perform document production, including crafting, revising, and editing documents, and finalizing format and style in compliance with appropriate requirements.

• Proofread, edit, and manage pre-bills and work with billing department to generate and send client invoices.

• Prepare documents for mailing, scanning, and faxing.

• Manage files and client contact databases, using strong organizational skills.

• Assist with reviewing daily docket and coordinate with attorneys and paralegals on upcoming dates and deadlines for filings.

• Assist timekeepers with time entries for tracking of attorneys’ and paralegals’ billable hours.

• Work with document management system, docket system, and external databases.

• Assist with client correspondence in reporting deadlines and other activities.

• Assist with the billing process for assigned clients and attorneys and help with A/R management as needed.

• Send billing invoices and related correspondence to clients.

• Communicate directly with clients as needed to assist in answering questions, providing data, and/or maximizing billing efficiency.

• Communicate with attorneys and billing department regarding status of monthly billing.

• Support other legal assistants and attorneys as needed.

• Oversee tasks performed by department administrative assistants.

• May be requested to perform other duties not mentioned above.

What we’re looking for:

• At least 4 years of legal assistant experience.

• Strong proofreading and organizational skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel.

• Strong customer service focus and skills.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time and perform well in stressful situations.

• Ability to use good judgment in solving problems and resolving conflict.

• Excellent attendance.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.

• Ability to prioritize work and flexibility with schedule (overtime may be required).

• High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

Preferred:

• Transactional intellectual property experience (e.g., patent or trademark).

• Knowledge of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office website and systems.

• Knowledge of IP databases and software.

About Dorsey:

Dorsey & Whitney is an AmLaw 100 international law firm with more than 575 lawyers in 21 offices throughout the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia. We are a premier legal counselor to companies worldwide in a wide range of industries, including banking & financial institutions; development & infrastructure; energy & natural resources; food, beverage & agribusiness; healthcare & life sciences; and technology.

Dorsey offers a competitive pay and benefits package including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; domestic partner benefits (for same-sex and opposite-sex domestic partners); a generous paid time off policy; retirement savings plan; profit sharing contribution; paid holidays; paid parental leave, paid volunteer day; adoption assistance; back-up child care program; well-being programs and activities; a 24/7 confidential employee assistance program; and more! (Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria).

Dorsey values the strength that comes from a diverse and inclusive workplace. It contributes to the success of our people and our clients and enriches our experience. We believe that everyone should feel at home and part of our community. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

One of our greatest strengths is a friendly, cooperative culture that values and appreciates each individual. Dorsey has received external recognition for our welcoming workplace, including:

• Mansfield Certification Plus (Diversity Lab)

• Best Law Firms for Women (National Association of Female Executives and Flex-Time Lawyers)

• 100% rating on the Corporate Equality Index (Human Rights Campaign)

• Gold Standard Certification (Women in Law Empowerment Forum)

• Top 100 Adoption-Friendly Workplace (Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption)

Reasonable Accommodations:

Dorsey is committed to providing disability and religious-based reasonable accommodations, as well as pregnancy or lactation-related reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process, or if you have questions about a workplace reasonable accommodation, please contact us at 612-492-5178.

How to Apply:

Dorsey & Whitney LLP accepts online applications. Please go to the “Careers” section of the Dorsey website at www.dorsey.com/staffjobs and complete Dorsey’s online application form. We are unable to accept application materials by mail or email.

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is an EEO/AAP/Disabled Vets Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.

Dorsey & Whitney LLP participates in E-Verify.

The pay range for this position in Colorado only is $29.00 to $45.00 per hour.

This range represents Dorsey’s good faith estimate of likely compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will be dependent upon a number of factors, including the candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills and location and may fall outside of the range indicated.

Applications will be accepted through May 29, 2024.

Please note that Dorsey is not currently accepting search firm submissions in connection with this opening.

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Office Location:

Denver, CO