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Robert Half Legal Secretary in Washington, District Of Columbia
Description
There is an opportunity for a Legal Secretary at a confidential client's office. Candidates should be highly-skilled and driven, and eager to start immediately. This is an incredible Legal Secretary opportunity for you to advance in your career and become part of a dynamic, growing firm. If you are passionate about the legal field and enjoy multitasking, this may be the Legal Secretary role for you. This contract / temporary Legal Secretary employment opportunity is with a company located in the Washington, District of Columbia area. For immediate consideration, apply today and contact Grace Nowlin at (202) 998-8423 for details.
Key responsibilities
Be able to effectively and efficiently communicate with clients over the phone
Schedule and confirm appointments with clients
Apply specialized knowledge of legal procedures
Provide assistance for several attorneys
Assist attorneys in effective and efficient resolution of files
Transfer legal correspondence to clients
Ensure office efficiency by handling assigned files and delivering legal services under attorney supervision
Perform administrative tasks as necessary
Uphold calendars and billing sheets
Requirements - Prowess in database management
Solid knowledge / understanding of local jurisdictional and federal court rules and procedures
Strong understanding of spreadsheets and word processing is preferred
Skilled at time management
Excellent written, verbal and social communication skills highly desired
Understanding of and experience with legal correspondence and court filing procedures is a plus
General familiarity with Patent - US Prov - Utility - Des - PCT
Foreign Patent experience
Comprehension of U.S. Patent
Earlier work involving Patent Prosecution
Good understanding of Patent Preparation
Biotechnology intellectual property experience required
Skills in patents
Quality experience with Patent Law
Solid understanding of intellectual property law
Prior experience with Legal Assistant
Wide ranging experience with Patent Litigation
Patent Application experience
Experience with patent intellectual property
Previous experience working with Patentability Searches
Practical knowledge of Patent Application
Foundational knowledge in licensing intellectual property
Comprehensive knowledge of Legal Services
Proven knowledge of trademark intellectual property
Expertise in Legal Services
General familiarity with USPTO searches
Experience with Patent Portfolio
Well-founded grasp of World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
Well-founded grasp of patent intellectual property
Experience with litigation intellectual property
Hands-on experience with Legal Assistant
Practical knowledge of USPTO filings
Solid understanding of intellectual property
Deep understanding of copyright intellectual property
Proven knowledge of Foreign Patent
This dynamic, growing firm has an excellent opportunity for you to take the next step in your legal career. We want to hear from anyone who is eager to work who loves working in a strong team-oriented environment.
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