Job Title: Intellectual Property ParalegalSalary Range: $87,000 - $115,000 annuallyLocation: Scottsdale, AZWork Schedule: Hybrid (3 days in office / 2 days remote)Trustpoint.One is pleased to partner with an established law firm in its search for an experienced Intellectual Property Paralegal to join its Scottsdale, Arizona office. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated, research-driven professional who enjoys taking ownership of their work and helping build and support a growing Intellectual Property practice.This position supports two Intellectual Property attorneys and offers significant opportunity for professional growth. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who enjoys researching patent, trademark, and copyright matters and is looking for a role where they can make an impact and help shape processes and workflows.Why Consider This Opportunity?Excellent opportunity to work closely with two experienced IP attorneysIdeal for a "go-getter" who enjoys taking initiative and creating their own pathReplacement position due to internal promotion—the previous paralegal advanced into a management roleCollaborative office environment consisting of approximately 15-20 attorneys across multiple practice areasHybrid work arrangement with a 3-day in-office / 2-day remote schedulePosition OverviewThe Intellectual Property Paralegal will support attorneys in a broad range of patent, trademark, and copyright matters. This role requires strong research skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.ResponsibilitiesConduct preliminary patent, trademark, and copyright searchesPerform due diligence searches and investigations related to intellectual property mattersPrepare cost estimates for patent, trademark, and copyright prosecution and maintenance activitiesCoordinate and process maintenance fee payments for issued U.S. patents and issued and pending foreign patent applicationsPrepare and electronically file documents with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT)Conduct legal research related to intellectual property mattersMaintain intellectual property records, deadlines, and docketing informationAssist attorneys with prosecution and portfolio management activitiesSupport patent, trademark, and copyright projects as neededQualificationsBachelor's Degree or Paralegal Certificate requiredMinimum of 5 years of paralegal experience, preferably in intellectual property lawExperience with patent, trademark, and copyright mattersExperience preparing and electronically filing documents with the USPTO and PCTExperience utilizing e-discovery softwareExcellent computer proficiency and attention to detailSuperior written and verbal communication skillsAbility to effectively organize, prioritize, and manage multiple assignmentsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced legal environmentBillable RequirementAnnual billable hour requirement of 1,600 hoursCompensationSalary range: $87,000 - $115,000 annually, commensurate with experience, qualifications, skills, and market factorsEligible for a discretionary annual bonus during the firm's evaluation periodBonus eligibility is tied to meeting billable hour requirementsThe firm's fiscal year runs from November through October; candidates joining later in the fiscal year may not be eligible for a bonus during their first evaluation cycleAmanda, the hiring manager, describes this as one of the strongest benefits packages she has encountered in her legal career.Benefits include:Choice of three comprehensive medical plansVision insuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA) with firm contributionsFlexible Spending Account (FSA) optionsParental leaveEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Unlimited PTO programParking or public transportation allowance#J-18808-Ljbffr