[Hiring] IP Assistant @Muncy, Geissler, Olds & Lowe, PC

Role Description

Join a growing, fast-paced patent practice where your attention to detail and organization truly make an impact. Muncy, Geissler, Olds & Lowe PC is seeking a motivated IP Assistant to help support our expanding U.S. patent prosecution team. This role is currently part-time with the potential to expand to full-time.

You’ll play a key role in keeping our patent practice running smoothly by supporting U.S. patent prosecution from initial filing to allowance. Daily tasks include:

• USPTO Filing & Document Support
  • Prepare and file a wide range of USPTO submissions, such as:
  • New utility, design, provisional, and plant patent applications
  • ADS forms (original and supplemental)
  • Assignments and ownership/chain-of-title documents
  • Declarations and powers of attorney
  • IDS submissions (including gathering references and preparing PTO/SB forms)
  • Priority documents, preliminary amendments, and translations
  • Responses to pre-examination notices (Missing Parts, Notices to Comply, etc.)
  • Filing receipt corrections, corrective assignments, certificates of correction
  • Office Action responses, RCEs, CPAs, AFCP requests, extensions, terminal disclaimers
  • Appeal filings (Notices of Appeal, briefs, reply briefs)
  • Maintenance fee payments
  • Petitions and other USPTO filings as needed
• Administrative & Quality Support
  • Proofread and format attorney- and agent-prepared documents
  • Track deadlines, maintain compliance with USPTO rules and internal procedures
  • Assist with billing, docketing, status checks, and client communications
  • Support additional administrative or project-based tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• 2+ years of general IP experience
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Excellent proofreading skills and strong attention to detail
• Solid writing and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and basic computer tasks
• Ability to lift/carry 20 lbs
• High school diploma or GED (college degree a plus)
• We will train you on PerfectLaw, EFS, EPAS, CTS, and other tools we use.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules
• Long-term growth potential in the IP legal field
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity to develop valuable skills in a specialized area of law