Patent Paralegal

Role: Patent Paralegal Location: London, UK (Hybrid) Position Type: Full-time, Permanent (09:00 – 17:00) About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Patent Paralegal to join a leading Intellectual Property firm in London. Working directly alongside Patent Attorneys, you will play a crucial role in delivering comprehensive paralegal and administrative support, managing case files, and ensuring critical legal deadlines are met. Key Responsibilities:

• Case Management & Support: Manage case files, maintain attorney diaries, coordinate appointments, and oversee urgent queries when attorneys are out of the office.
• Deadline Tracking: Monitor and update case reminders to consistently meet strict patent and legal deadlines.
• Paralegal Administration: Handle incoming mail/faxes, draft standard letters, perform dictation/copy typing, generate client invoices, and execute routine paralegal tasks autonomously.
• Delegation & Mentorship: Delegate suitable administrative tasks to Paralegal Assistants and provide ad-hoc training and support. Key Requirements:
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a Patent Paralegal or Patent Secretary in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous accuracy and high levels of concentration when managing detailed IP processes.
• Workload Prioritisation: Ability to manage fluctuating workloads, work methodically, and meet tight deadlines under minimal supervision.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a client-focused approach.
• Adaptability: Skilled at adapting to the working preferences of multiple attorneys and clients. Apply with your CV or visit our website for more information and available roles.