Intellectual Property Legal Assistant (Hopewell Junction, NY)

Job description

The Intellectual Property Legal Assistant for the IBM Patent Center is responsible for performing paralegal duties for all IP attorneys and other professionals.

Responsibilities include providing support services that facilitate the effective protection of intellectual property. Paralegal duties include completing and submitting relevant forms and other administrative matters required for IP protection before the United States Patent and Trademark Office, obtaining and entering data with IP Law databases, interfacing with United States Patent and Trademark Office and supporting IP professionals in other matters. Precise attention to detail is essential to meet the requirements of the United States Patent and Trademark Office as well as IBM internal databases.
Auto req ID

164005BR
Required Education

High School Diploma/GED
Role ( Job Role )

Legal Specialist
State / Province

NEW YORK
Primary job category

Legal
Company

(0147) International Business Machines Corporation
Contract type

Regular
Employment Type

Full-Time
Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No
Travel Required

No Travel
IBM Business Group

CHQ/OTH
Preferred Education

Associate's Degree/College Diploma
City / Township / Village

HOPEWELL JUNCTION
EO Statement

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise

·  Fluent in reading/writing English
·  At least one year experience with organizational/time management skills
·  Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite tools.
Country/Region

United States
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

·  Associate's Degree/College Diploma in Law
·  Basic knowledge of paralegal duties for IP Attorneys
·  Knowledge of computer systems and software used for preparing and filing patent applications in the US Patent & Trademark Office
Eligibility Requirements

N/A
Position Type

Professional
Early Professional Track

Not Applicable - Professional Hire
New Collar Role

Yes