Description We are looking for a Legal Assistant to join an innovative intellectual property practice in Los Angeles, California. This contract position offers the chance to build hands-on experience supporting patent and trademark matters, including work related to design patents, within a collaborative legal environment. The ideal candidate is highly organized, attentive to detail, and comfortable managing administrative and legal support tasks while communicating effectively with attorneys and clients.

Responsibilities:

• Support patent filing, registration, and maintenance activities by preparing documents, tracking deadlines, and helping keep records current.
• Examine patent portfolios and verify information by comparing physical files with firm records to confirm accuracy and completeness.
• Review legal and administrative materials for formatting, grammar, and content consistency before submission or distribution.
• Enter and update information in databases, schedules, and tracking systems with a strong focus on precision and timeliness.
• Assist with trademark-related administrative work, including application support and office correspondence, when needed.
• Coordinate communications with attorneys and corporate contacts to help maintain organized workflows and responsive service.
• Organize case materials, calendars, and supporting documentation to ensure matters are handled efficiently.
• Contribute to team operations by taking initiative, identifying discrepancies, and helping resolve routine file management issues. Requirements
• 3+ years of experience in a legal support role, ideally within intellectual property, patents, trademarks, or copyright matters.
• Familiarity with patent or trademark processes, including exposure to USPTO-related research or filings.
• Strong data entry skills with the ability to maintain accurate records across multiple systems and schedules.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with graphics software is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with attorneys, colleagues, and business contacts.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and the ability to manage priorities in a structured, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team while also showing initiative and dependable independent judgment.
• Internship experience in trademark or intellectual property law will be considered an asset.

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