IP Assistant/Paralegal

Company: Fawkes IDM
Job type: Full-time

Seeking an IP Assistant for a full-time role in Boston, MA.
Responsibilities:
Assist with the preparation of court filings and organization of pleadings, memoranda, discovery and other legal documents
Prepare, edit, proofread, and redline documents and correspondence for accuracy, grammar, and formatting
Prepare client bills and related forms and arrange for expense advancement, reimbursement, and invoice payments
Coordinate travel and meeting logistics, including scheduling, arranging videoconferences, conferences calls, and conference rooms; requesting equipment and food and beverage orders; preparing presentation materials
Organize and maintain attorney contacts and calendars
Input, review, edit, and update attorney time entries and print reports
Ensure all client communications are relayed accurately and timely
Organize and maintain paper and electronic files in accordance with Firm records retention policies
Completes training to assist attorneys with monitoring docket and prepare for deadlines
Completes core training/cross-training, skills assessments, and related development in all IP
Requirements
High school degree or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Office programs, such as, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; familiarity or willingness to learn databases; familiarity with the Internet/Intranet and using the internet for research.
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent organizational skills and ability to efficiently handle multiple tasks
Excellent oral and written communication (including spelling and grammar) and interpersonal skills are required

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