Job Description: At Perkins Coie, we look for self-motivated individuals, dedicated to providing value and superior service, and above all, have a high degree of integrity and enthusiasm for their work. We have created a company culture based on collaboration, devotion to serving our clients, and mutual respect. Perkins Coie is committed to advancing diversity and inclusion both within the firm and throughout our collective communities. Work with one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For and receive great health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and paid sabbaticals. GENERAL PURPOSE Perkins Coie LLP has an immediate opening for a Legal Practice Assistant supporting the Patent Prosecution and Trademark practice groups. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for providing support to designated attorneys, paralegals, and other Legal Practice Assistants within the firm. The ideal candidate will be passionate about serving the firm in an administrative role to create an efficient, effective, and organized atmosphere in support of legal staff within the firm. In addition, this position is also responsible for promoting and maintaining the goodwill and reputation of the firm. In this capacity, the Legal Practice Assistant is expected to maintain the highest level of professional conduct and confidentiality. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS These essential functions are primary job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation. Proactively maintain an overview of timekeepers workload and caseload; anticipate next steps and implement follow-up procedures to ensure each task is appropriately tracked and carried through to completion. Create, edit, revise, redline, and/or proofread documents from dictation, handwritten, typed, and/or electronic copy. Maintain timekeepers calendars of meetings and business trips, using current software applications, and apprise them of responsibilities in advance of commitment. Receive, screen, and transmit telephone and conference calls in a professional manner and take accurate telephone messages for timekeepers, clients, and staff as required. Process and route incoming mail, faxes, and electronic communications upon receipt. Prepare outgoing mail (including boxes/packages for shipment) for prompt delivery, arranging for messenger services as needed to meet deadlines. Coordinate preliminary conflict checks with Professional Standards to ensure the attorney and firms ability to represent requesting party. Prepare new client/matter intake forms and engagement letters. Assist with the billing process, including daily time entry, entering, proofreading, spell checking, releasing, distributing monthly proformas, reviewing and editing proformas, and preparing final cover letters (if appropriate) in accordance with firm or department procedures. Prepare accounting documents as required, including check requests, expense and travel reimbursement requests, and trust documents. Coordinate client/attorney/administrative conferences, meetings, and appointments for timekeepers and clients, including conference room scheduling, scheduling visitor offices, meals, preparation of materials, and arrangement with a third party if needed. Coordinate travel arrangements, securing air, hotel, and car plans for timekeepers. Set up and maintain administrative and client files; file electronic and/or paper documents and information promptly and accurately. Maintain file organization and updated indices. Perform copying and scanning. Draft correspondence to clients and foreign associates, and schedule patent examiner interviews. SPECIFIC SKILLS PREFERRED The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills; excellent written, oral, and proofreading skills; a solid teamwork attitude; and the ability to prioritize workload and work effectively in a fast-paced and high-pressured environment. Must have excellent computer skills. Experience in docketing systems and the legal billing process is strongly preferred. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Three or more years of recent Patent Prosecution and/or Trademark experience is required. This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, accrued paid time off plan starting at 20 days annually, personal medical and parental leave, up to ten paid Holidays, and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here. This position may be filled in the following location(s). The compensation depends on qualifications and experience. Washington State compensation range: $52,030 to $83,250 annually #LI-Hybrid Perkins Coie understands your career is about choices, not trade-offs. We're dedicated to providing an atmosphere that encourages you to pursue your definition of success. Click HERE to learn more. Please click HERE for more information. Perkins Coie is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, social and recreational activities and termination. The Firm ranked 39th this year! 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