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Legal Assistant - Trademark
Denver, CO
Job Description
We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join the Trademark Group in our Denver office. As a valued team member, you will provide legal administrative support in a dynamic Trademark Group. Are you detail oriented with strong communication skills? Do you deftly handle multiple tasks at a time? Are you client service focused? If so, we would appreciate hearing from you.
In this role, you will:
- Provide administrative and legal support to partners, associates, and paralegals.
- Create, revise, finalize, and send out correspondence.
- Monitor calendar and email for attorneys; provide management of files and client contact databases.
- Assist with reviewing the daily docket and coordinating with attorneys and paralegals on upcoming dates and deadlines for filings, etc.
- Assist with time entries for tracking of attorneys' and paralegals' billable hours.
- Assist with the review of proformas and billing process.
- Maintain client and docket files; work with document management system, docket system and U.S. Patent and Trademark Office records.
- Submit new client matter request forms for new matters being opened.
- Provide backup support to other legal assistants as needed.
- May be requested to perform other duties not mentioned above.
What we're looking for:
- High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
- At least 4 years of legal assistant experience.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication 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.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to prioritize work and flexibility with schedule (overtime may be required).
Preferred:
- Familiarity with rules and procedures of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
- Trademark legal assistant experience.
- Familiarity with Foundation IP.
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 24, 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
In this role, you will:
- Provide administrative and legal support to partners, associates, and paralegals.
- Create, revise, finalize, and send out correspondence.
- Monitor calendar and email for attorneys; provide management of files and client contact databases.
- Assist with reviewing the daily docket and coordinating with attorneys and paralegals on upcoming dates and deadlines for filings, etc.
- Assist with time entries for tracking of attorneys' and paralegals' billable hours.
- Assist with the review of proformas and billing process.
- Maintain client and docket files; work with document management system, docket system and U.S. Patent and Trademark Office records.
- Submit new client matter request forms for new matters being opened.
- Provide backup support to other legal assistants as needed.
- May be requested to perform other duties not mentioned above.
What we're looking for:
- High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
- At least 4 years of legal assistant experience.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication 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.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to prioritize work and flexibility with schedule (overtime may be required).
Preferred:
- Familiarity with rules and procedures of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
- Trademark legal assistant experience.
- Familiarity with Foundation IP.
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 24, 2024.
Please note that Dorsey is not currently accepting search firm submissions in connection with this opening.
#LI-TC1
#LI-Hybrid
Office Location:
Denver, CO
Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
4+ years
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