With over 725 lawyers in 31 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.
THIS POSITION CAN BE LOCATED ANYWHERE DINSMORE HAS AN OFFICE LOCATION
Dinsmore is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant who will support multiple attorneys/paralegals primarily in connection with Patent Opinion and Prosecution and all phases of Trademark Protection and Enforcement. We seek candidates that are self-directed, highly motivated, and have advanced computer skills.
Responsibilities
Electronic filings; client communication; billing; formatting, proofreading, and editing of contracts, spreadsheets, and other reports and transaction-related documents; docket management; travel arrangements, time entry; online research; and other legal support functions.
Requirements

• Experience with litigation support
• Excellent writing, grammar, proofreading skills, and meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent word processing skills and intermediate-level use of Microsoft Office Suite, .pdf editing software, and related legal software, including attorney timekeeping software and electronic document management systems
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills
• Proven success as a positive team player, as well as an independent worker
• Ability to excel in a fast paced environment
• Solid work history including 3-5 years supporting multiple attorneys/paralegals.
• Experience in patent, trademark and copyright clearance, prosecution and transactional work
• Experience with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
• Working knowledge and understanding of domestic and foreign procurement process for patents and trademarks
• Ability to review and communicate docket to attorneys/paralegals, and effectively report to several professionals

Equal Opportunity Employer
Other details

• Pay Type Hourly

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