Adams & Martin Group · 7 hours ago
IP Assistant or Patent Paralegal
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$75K/yr - $120K/yr
4+ years expAdams & Martin Group is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior IP Assistant or Patent Paralegal to join their growing Intellectual Property team in Irvine, CA. This role supports a broad range of patent prosecution and portfolio management responsibilities, working closely with attorneys, staff, and clients.
ConsultingInformation TechnologyLegalStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Alicia Szymczyk
Responsibilities
Prepare, file, and prosecute U.S. and foreign patent applications, including provisional, non‑provisional, PCT, and national‑stage filings
Manage patent prosecution matters from filing through allowance, issuance, and maintenance
Coordinate with foreign counsel on international patent applications and respond to filing and prosecution requirements
Draft and file USPTO documents, including Office Action responses, Information Disclosure Statements (IDS), amendments, and formalities
Correspond with clients regarding USPTO and foreign patent office communications, deadlines, and status updates
Manage an active patent prosecution docket, working closely with supervising attorneys and docketing teams to ensure compliance with all deadlines
Assist with post‑issuance matters, including maintenance fee payments, patent term adjustments, and portfolio reporting
Support due diligence, patent analytics, and portfolio management projects as needed
Track and enter time spent on billable projects and assist with other billable and non‑billable tasks, including providing coverage for team absences
Qualification
Required
4+ years of law firm experience with a focus on patent prosecution
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Experience using online legal research tools and IP databases
Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and proactive
Positive, team‑oriented approach with a strong commitment to client service
Preferred
Experience with both U.S. and international patent prosecution strongly preferred
Life Sciences experience is a plus
Familiarity with USPTO patent systems, including Patent Center, PAIR, EFS‑Web (legacy), and MyUSPTO, strongly preferred
Benefits
Significant bonus opportunities available for IP Assistants and Paralegals
Hybrid work environment and collaborative team culture
Company
Adams & Martin Group
Adams & Martin Group is a staffing and recruiting company that provides legal staffing solutions.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
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