Temporary Patent Practice Assistant

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Temporary Patent Practice Assistant

The candidate will prepare conflict checks for new matters, prepares and process engagement letters for new clients. Obtain docket numbers for all U.S. and Non-U.S. matters including creating inventor records in the firm patent docketing system, as needed, including entry of client contact details. Create initial client procedures for new clients assigned by the team. Review and edit pre-bills. Upload all documents (both U.S. and Non-U.S.) to client databases, as needed. Conduct all pre-filing support including format specification, apply styles, and paragraph numbers, as requested. Review and process U.S. Publications. Order certified copies of Priority Documents. Review Notices of Recordation of Assignment and update assignment details in the firm docketing system. Prepare and submit Issue Fee payment and checklist. Manage propel room creation and maintenance for specific clients. Complete inactive checklists. Manage group expenses, vendor expenses, and bar dues, upon request. Coordinate attorney calendars, upon request. Handle conference room and visiting office requests. Handle travel arrangements, itineraries, and travel logistics. Handle time entry corrections as needed. Handle the firm CRM database edits. Assist with MCLE requirements tracking. Serve as a back-up to team members, as required. Flexible and dependable with the ability to work overtime, as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Should preferably have 2+ years of relevant administrative work experience. Experience in a law firm setting is preferred.

Additional Information

Job requisition ID: R1807

Company info

Fenwick & West LLP.
733 10th Street, NW Suite 400
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20001
Website : http://www.fenwick.com