Paralegal Assistant

DivIHN (pronounced "divine") is a CMMI ML3-certified Technology and Talent solutions firm. Driven by a unique Purpose, Culture, and Value Delivery Model, we enable meaningful connections between talented professionals and forward-thinking organizations. Since our formation in 2002, organizations across commercial and public sectors have been trusting us to help build their teams with exceptional temporary and permanent talent. Visit us at to learn more and view our open positions. Please apply or call one of us to learn more For further inquiries regarding the following opportunity, please contact our Talent Specialist: Kunal at 224 704-1709 Title: Paralegal Assistant Location: Client, NY Duration: 6 Months M-F, 8am - 5pm 100% onsite Description: Minimum Requirements: Associates degree and 1 year of relevant experience. Candidate must demonstrate in resume or by interview strong attention to detail. This is the primary skill the manager is seeking. Scope/Purpose of Position: Patent Paralegal role within Client Law Department contributing to the operational excellence of the Intellectual Property (IP) Department. Provides legal assistance and performs a variety of legal-related tasks including document preparation, review, docket management, research, and coordination. Roles and Responsibilities: Supports patent attorneys for the intake of intellectual property matters and correspondence, managing IP-related data and documents. Communicates with external law firms and internal business and technical contacts and prepares and submits patent applications and other patent filings to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and other patent offices world-wide. Drafts assignments, declarations, and completes templates and other documents for attorney review, as well as filing of such documents. Ensures that the patent filings are complete and submitted in a format acceptable to the USPTO or other patent office and in compliance with Department guidelines. Prepares and assists with managing attorney dockets and running other reports needed for the patent attorneys to effectively manage patent and technology portfolios. Required Skills: Ability to read complex documents, flag relevant issues, conduct research, and analyze findings effectively. Strong attention to detail, adherence to protocols, multitasking, and organizational skills to meet deadlines. Ability to work independently or with a team, interact professionally, and deliver high-quality, error-free outputs under pressure. Proficiency with software tools (e.g., MS Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat) to manage documents, data, and workload efficiently while improving processes. Skilled in handling confidential documents securely, exercising good judgment, and communicating clearly in writing and orally. Required Education: Associate's degree/equivalent education, or equivalent work experience. 2-year college degree required 4-year college degree preferred Required Years and Area of Experience: 1 years of relevant work experience Experiences/Education Desired: Bachelor's degree/equivalent education, or work experience preferred. Paralegal certification Travel: 0-5% Travel Required Interview process: Phone screen, then onsite interview About us: DivIHN, the 'IT Asset Performance Services' organization, provides Professional Consulting, Custom Projects, and Professional Resource Augmentation services to clients in the Mid-West and beyond. The strategic characteristics of the organization are Standardization, Specialization, and Collaboration. DivIHN is an equal opportunity employer. DivIHN does not and shall not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status. MS Excel, MS Word, Adobe Acrobat

Created: 2025-06-07