Intellectual Property Legal Assistant

Milwaukee Tool is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented IP Legal Assistant to join the Intellectual Property team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse and talented team of legal professionals with a passion for protecting the innovations of Milwaukee Tool. The role involves supporting attorneys and paralegals with patent matters, managing data within our Intellectual Property Management System (docket), updating records, scheduling meetings, and preparing legal documents and reports.

You'll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:

• Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys and paralegals in intellectual property matters
• Manage IP Portfolio in Intellectual Property Management System (electronic docket/Anaqua), including file creation, matter maintenance, and electronic document management
• Manage inbox/emails by acknowledging, distributing, and saving to electronic document repository
• Draft and complete documents/paperwork supporting patent prosecution by accurately and promptly completing necessary forms, documentation and other administrative tasks
• Work in billing management system to create files and process invoices (Legal Tracker)
• Respond appropriately to emails, telephone calls, letters and/or visitors; use resources to resolve and answer routine questions
• Contribute to workflow and process improvements
• Perform additional administrative duties as needed
  

The TOOLS you'll bring with you:

• Prior experience in a legal assistant or legal secretary role, preferably in IP law
• Strong organizational, communication, and client service skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• Prior experience working with patent docketing software, preferably Anaqua
• A positive attitude, flexibility, and a team-oriented mindset are essential
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a deadline-driven environment
• Willingness to work overtime as needed

We provide these great perks and benefits:

• Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans
• Generous 401 (K) savings plan
• Education assistance
• On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service