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Sheppard Mullin · 1 day ago

Patent Practice Assistant (San Diego)

positionSan Diego, CA
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityEntry Level
money$23/hr - $36/hr
date1+ years exp

Sheppard Mullin is a global Am Law 50 firm seeking a Patent Prosecution Practice Assistant. The role involves supporting attorneys and paralegals in patent prosecution and requires general knowledge of U.S. patent rules and procedures.

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Responsibilities

Support life sciences and healthcare IP attorneys, patent agents, paralegals, and practice specialists in all aspects of patent prosecution
Assist paralegals and practice specialists with the team’s daily workflow tasks
Handle multiple projects, often in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, requiring prioritization and flexibility
Collaborate with firm personnel at all levels

Qualification

U.S. patent prosecutionWindows 11Microsoft OutlookExcelPowerPointAdobe AcrobatZoomTeamsAttention to detailTime managementCommunication skillsDocument management systemProactivityTeamworkFlexibility

Required

A minimum of 1-2 years of U.S. patent prosecution experience in a law firm
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Strong attention to detail, high degree of accuracy, ability to prioritize tasks, and excellent time management skills to meet deadlines
Ability to handle multiple projects with changing priorities while working independently in a fast-paced environment
Clear and concise communication skills
Possess excellent spelling, grammar, and punctuation skills
Proficient working knowledge of filing in USPTO Patent Center
Ability to work overtime, evenings, and weekends, as needed
Must have proficiency in Windows 11, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Zoom, and Teams, and experience working with a document management system
Must be able to quickly learn new skills and systems
A high school diploma or equivalent is required

Preferred

A bachelor's degree or some college

Company

Sheppard Mullin

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Sheppard Mullin is a full service AmLaw 50 firm with over 1200 attorneys in 16 offices located throughout California and in Chicago, Dallas, Houston, New York, Washington, D.C., Brussels, London, Seoul and Shanghai.
dateFounded in 1927
location
Los Angeles, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
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http://www.sheppardmullin.com

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Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Shaun Clark
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Shon Glusky
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