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Legal Assistant – Intellectual Property | Hybrid | Overland Park, KS

🚨 MUST HAVES (Read Before Applying):

• Minimum 2 years of legal assistant or administrative law office experience – REQUIRED

• Some experience in Intellectual Property (IP) law – REQUIRED

• Willingness to work on-site in Overland Park, KS full-time for the first 3 months, then 2 days/week hybrid

Ready to grow your legal career in a specialized, high-impact field—without billing hours?

Our client, a prestigious IP law firm with over 90 years of experience protecting innovation, is hiring a Legal Assistant to join their dynamic team. From inventors to tech giants, they serve a diverse client base and are known for their strategic, cost-effective legal work.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare and file U.S. and international patent and trademark documents

• Manage USPTO communications and coordinate with foreign associates

• Maintain legal files and monitor docketing systems and deadlines

• Support attorneys with various administrative and paralegal tasks

• Work a consistent 7.5-hour schedule, Monday–Friday (no billing!)

What You’ll Bring:

• 2+ years of legal assistant or law office administrative experience (required)

• Some exposure to IP law—patents, trademarks, or copyrights (required)

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Typing speed of at least 60 WPM

Bonus Points For:

• Experience with CPi docketing software

• Familiarity with document management systems like NetDocs

• Paralegal or law firm background

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Be part of a respected IP law firm with a focused and collaborative team

• Hybrid work flexibility after training

• No billing hour requirements—enjoy real work-life balance

• Clear path for career development and long-term growth

• Competitive compensation and full benefits package

Perks & Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Health savings account and life/disability coverage

• Paid time off and holidays

👉 If you’re a detail-driven legal assistant ready to thrive in the world of IP law, apply now and take your career to the next level