Intellectual Property Legal Assistant (JN -092025-405059) Minneapolis, Minnesota
| Salary: | USD65000 - USD75000 per year |
Adams & Martin Group is seeking an Intellectual Property Legal Assistant to join a busy law firm. This is a direct hire opportunity with a fully onsite work model.
Responsibilities:
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Provide general legal, administrative, and intellectual property (IP) support to attorneys, clients, and staff
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Maintain and organize legal files, documents, and records (paper and electronic)
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Track and monitor patent/trademark prosecution deadlines and case statuses
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Draft, proofread, and process correspondence, reports, and agendas
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Coordinate incoming/outgoing mail, communications, and case updates
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Manage calendars, deadlines, client communications, and attorney phone lines
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Assist with client intake, file transfers, billing, invoicing, and engagement letters
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Support quality assurance of filings and correspondence with the USPTO and foreign offices
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Conduct basic research, generate case reports, and assist with business development tasks
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Handle travel arrangements, expense reports, and administrative requests
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
- 5+ year of experience supporting attorneys in Intellectual Property (patents & trademarks)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and document management systems (iManage experience a plus).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team.