Intellectual Property Legal Secretary Needed - Excellent In-House Position, West Side!

Our client, an energy company located on the west side of town, is looking for a legal secretary to join their Intellectual Property Team in Legal.  This person will be responsible for providing and coordinating administrative support to assigned team of Intellectual Property attorneys, patent liaisons and docketing staff.  Must be flexible and willing to assist with a variety of administrative tasks including, but not limited to, sorting mail; sending and receiving facsimile transmissions; answering telephones; copying; coordinating meetings; arranging travel; processing invoices/expenses reports; updating calendars; preparing and revising legal correspondence and documents; and filing. Individuals qualifying for this position should possess an advanced knowledge of business software applications (MS Office Suite), including Excel and PowerPoint; highly developed interpersonal skills; excellent organizational skills; strong focus on attention to detail; understanding and appreciation for working with highly sensitive and confidential information; ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to change.  Individuals should also possess knowledge and experience in the processes and procedures associated with patent prosecution and trademark application, as well as advanced knowledge of Internet search engines and the capability to research Internet sites.  Candidate must be a self-starter and able to work independently.  Must have a minimum of 3 - 5 years legal experience, with a solid working knowledge of  Intellectual Property law.  Please send resume in MS Word format to resumes@providusgroup.com and reference job #4177.



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