IP Patent Paralegal
Company: Qualified Staffing
Location: Bloomfield Hills
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description IP Patent Paralegal Our client
is a premier business law firm with an international practice.
Consistently recognized as one of the Best and Brightest Places to
Work, they earned this recognition by recruiting attorneys and
staff members with outstanding credentials. We are looking for a
Patent Paralegal for their office’s located in either Washington
DC, Chicago, Michigan Offices: Bloomfield, Ann Arbor, Lansing,
Kalamazoo or Grand Rapids. They are seeking an Intellectual
Property Patent Paralegal/Specialist to provide legal support on a
variety of tasks focused on patent matters, including gathering of
preliminary technical information for patent assessment, monitoring
deadlines for various domestic and foreign patent activities, and
handling routine activities in connection with the maintenance and
protection of domestic and foreign patents. The person will also
assist with the docketing of U.S. and foreign patent matters,
including patents, license agreements, and related contested
matters. Responsibilities: Coordinates domestic and international
filings with the USPTO and foreign law offices and/or other foreign
entities. Maintains docket system of due dates for actions
including responses, renewals, oppositions, Patent Cooperation
Treaty (PCT) requirements and payment of patent annuities in
foreign countries. Prepares and files various documents with the
USPTO or foreign counsel. Prepares and records assignments.
Prepares correspondence to clients. Prepares status summary reports
for attorneys and clients. Reviews and acts on correspondence
received from foreign associates. Obtains legalizations and
certifications. Research and compiles information pertaining to
national and international patent rights including searches of
USPTO records, industry databases and general legal research.
Qualifications: Bachelors’ degree and Paralegal certification
preferred. Two or more years of patent experience required.
Knowledge of and familiarity with U.S. and foreign patent work
(prosecution, maintenance and renewals). Strong computer literacy,
including proficiency in Word, Excel, and the ability to work with
Innovation, PATTSY, Lexis/Nexis, and other research databases. Must
be a problem solver, willing to work and think with independence,
handle confidential information with discretion, and accept
responsibility for producing work that is consistently complete and
accurate. Exceptional organizational skills, highly versatile and
adaptable and able to multi-task in a pressured environment.
Ability to handle a high volume of work and work through projects
with minimal supervision. Strong attention to detail and follow-up
skills. Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills. Excellent work
ethic and a commitment to professionalism. Willingness to learn and
use new research materials and practice tools. They offer a very
competitive salary and excellent benefits package from 70K to 120K.
If you are a top performer and are interested in joining an
exemplary team, we want to speak with you! Q-Staffing and our
client 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, disability or
any other category prohibited by applicable local, state or federal
law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including
recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion,
compensation, benefits, and termination. INDQT
Keywords: Qualified Staffing, Sterling Heights , IP Patent Paralegal, Legal , Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
