We are looking for an experienced IP Paralegal to support patent-related legal operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This role focuses on coordinating domestic and international patent matters, maintaining accurate docket records, and keeping documentation organized for both internal stakeholders and outside counsel. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, confidence working with patent administration tools, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate patent documentation and correspondence to ensure organized records for internal teams and external legal partners.
• Maintain and update docket calendars, tracking filing dates, prosecution deadlines, renewals, and other critical patent milestones.
• Support international patent matters by preparing, reviewing, and organizing materials related to foreign filings and ongoing prosecution activities.
• Manage case information within legal and docketing systems to promote accuracy, consistency, and timely follow-up.
• Prepare status reports, deadline summaries, and matter updates for attorneys and business stakeholders.
• Assist with patent-related billing support, file maintenance, and administrative tasks tied to intellectual property matters.
• Review incoming communications and route actions appropriately to help keep matters moving according to required timelines.
• Collaborate with legal professionals and cross-functional teams, including technical or manufacturing-facing groups, when patent matters involve engineering-related subject matter.