- Salary
- $25 – $40
- Location
- Alexandria, VA
- Education
- High School
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
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.
What You’ll Do
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
You will 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
About Us
MG-IP is a fast-growing intellectual property boutique in Northern Virginia. We provide a professional, friendly, and relaxed environment designed for disciplined and detail-oriented individuals who want to thrive in IP law. If you enjoy being organized, accurate, and part of a collaborative team, you’ll fit right in.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- 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
Requirements
What We’re Looking For
- 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.
