Overview
Legal Assistant Jobs in California at Desai Law APC
We are seeking a detail-oriented Intellectual Property Assistant to join our IP Operations team. This role provides critical administrative and legal support for patent and trademark prosecution, working closely with attorneys, staff, and clients. You’ll handle a mix of billable and non-billable tasks, offering coverage and overflow support across the IP team.
What You’ll Do
Billable Tasks Include:
Prepare and file U.S. and PCT applications, office action responses, and related prosecution documents
File WIPO applications and formal documents
Review and report on USPTO and WIPO communications
Prepare trademark renewals
Participate in patent filing quality control
Maintain electronic records and log billable time
Provide coverage during team absences
Non-Billable Tasks Include:
Assist with billing and docket reporting
Support general IP operations and administrative tasks as needed
What You Bring
2+ years of experience in U.S. IP prosecution (preferred)
Legal or administrative support experience (preferred)
High school diploma required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred
Strong command of Microsoft Office and USPTO platforms (EFS-Web, PAIR, TEAS, etc.)
Familiarity with IP docketing systems is a plus
What Sets You Apart
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with minimal supervision
Clear and professional written and verbal communication
Strong team player with a client-service mindset
Why Join Us?
Hybrid work environment with flexibility to balance office and remote work.
Collaborative and supportive team culture. We support our professionals with ongoing training, clear processes, and the chance to work on exciting and meaningful matters.
Competitive compensation. This role typically pays $60,000-$90,000 depending on experience and certifications. If your pay expectation is outside this range, we still encourage you to apply.
Bonuses are awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance.
Full-time employees can participate in our comprehensive benefit program includes: medical (HMO/PPO plans), dental (HMO/PPO plans), vision, including options for flexible spending/health savings accounts. We have a great Employee Assistance Program and firm incentives for wellness program participation as well as an excellent 401k profit-sharing program and generous time off policy.
If you’re looking to grow your IP career in a supportive, dynamic setting — we’d love to meet you.
Procopio is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals. Procopio Rises Above and has made a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion; we condemn the discrimination of applicants by race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Title: Legal Assistant
Company: Desai Law APC
Location: California
