We are seeking a Legal Assistant in our Patent department for our Salt Lake City office. For this role, patent experience is preferred but not required. As a valued team member, you will provide legal administrative support in a dynamic environment to attorneys and paralegals. Do you deftly handle multiple tasks? Are you a good communicator with a focus on excellent customer service? Do you thrive in a dynamic office environment? If so, then we would appreciate hearing from you.

In this role, you will:

• Provide support to a combination of several timekeepers which may include partners, associates and paralegals.
• Perform document production, including crafting, revising and editing documents, and finalizing format and style in compliance with appropriate requirements.
• Prepare documents for mailing, scanning, and faxing.
• Manage files and client contact databases, using strong organizational skills.
• Assist with reviewing daily docket and coordinate with attorneys and paralegals on upcoming dates and deadlines for filings.
• Assist timekeepers with time entries for tracking of attorneys’ and paralegals’ billable hours.
• Work with document management system, docket system, and U.S. Patent and Trademark Office records.
• Assist with reporting USPTO correspondence to clients and prepare information disclosure statements.
• Support other secretaries and attorneys as needed.
• May be requested to perform other duties not mentioned above.

What we’re looking for:

• At least 4 years of legal assistant experience; patent experience preferred but not required.
• Strong proofreading and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel.
• Strong customer service focus and skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time and perform well in stressful situations.
• Ability to use good judgment in solving problems and resolving conflict.
• Excellent attendance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Ability to prioritize work and flexibility with schedule (overtime may be required).
• High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office electronic filing system.
• Knowledge of patent/trademark databases and software.

About Dorsey:

Dorsey & Whitney is an AmLaw 100 international law firm with more than 550 lawyers in offices throughout the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia. We are a premier legal counselor to companies worldwide in a wide range of industries, including banking & financial institutions; development & infrastructure; energy & natural resources; food, beverage & agribusiness; healthcare; and technology.

Dorsey offers a competitive pay and benefits package including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; domestic partner benefits (for same-sex and opposite-sex domestic partners); a generous paid time off policy; retirement savings plan; profit sharing contribution; paid holidays; paid parental leave, paid volunteer day; adoption assistance; back-up child care program; well-being programs and activities; a 24/7 confidential employee assistance program; and more! (Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria).

Dorsey values the strength that comes from a diverse and inclusive workplace. It contributes to the success of our people and our clients and enriches our experience. We believe that everyone should feel at home and part of our community. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

One of our greatest strengths is a friendly, cooperative culture that values and appreciates each individual. Dorsey has received external recognition for our welcoming workplace, including:

• Mansfield Certification Plus (Diversity Lab)
• Best Law Firms for Women (National Association of Female Executives and Flex-Time Lawyers)
• 100% rating on the Corporate Equality Index (Human Rights Campaign)
• Gold Standard Certification (Women in Law Empowerment Forum)
• Top 100 Adoption-Friendly Workplace (Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption)

Reasonable Accommodations:

Dorsey is committed to providing disability and religious-based reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process, or if you have questions about a workplace reasonable accommodation, please contact us at 612-492-5187.

How to Apply:

Dorsey & Whitney LLP accepts online applications. Please go to the “Careers” section of the Dorsey website at www.dorsey.com/staffjobs and complete Dorsey’s online application form. We are unable to accept application materials by mail or email.

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is an EEO/AAP/Disabled Vets Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.

Dorsey participates in E-Verify.

Please note that Dorsey is not currently accepting search firm submissions in connection with this opening.