Junior Legal and Business Development Coordinator (Trademark/IP Practice)

NO HIRING FIRMS. DIRECT PERSONS ONLY - MUST BE LOCAL (NO EXCEPTIONS)Junior Legal and Business Development Coordinator (Trademark/IP Practice)I am an independent solo lawyer with a practice focused on trademark and intellectual property matters. I am looking for a junior hire who can grow with the practice by learning how I work, helping keep matters moving, supporting client and professional relationship development, and gradually taking on more responsibility over time.This is not a large-firm role. The person in this position will work closely with me in a hands-on environment where organization, judgment, writing ability, initiative, and follow-through matter. It is a good opportunity for someone who wants meaningful responsibility, close mentorship, and exposure to both legal work and the business side of building a practice.I am open to candidates from a junior attorney, paralegal, or strong legal support background. The title and exact structure of the role may depend on experience, but the core need is the same: I am looking for someone smart, organized, commercially aware, and eager to become genuinely useful in a growing solo practice.What the role involvesLearning how I manage trademark and intellectual property matters, deadlines, communications, and workflowTracking deadlines and helping ensure that nothing important is missedUnderstanding what needs to be done next on active matters and asking the right questions when guidance is neededDrafting emails, correspondence, and other written materials clearly and professionallyHelping prepare follow-up for clients, referral sources, and professional contactsSupporting outreach and relationship-building efforts that can help grow the practiceLooking for opportunities to improve organization, follow-through, and business developmentTaking ownership of recurring responsibilities while understanding what requires my review before action is takenWhat I am looking forStrong writing and communication skillsExcellent organizational habits and attention to deadlinesGood judgment about when to move forward and when to ask questionsAbility to manage yourself without constant chasingInterest in business development, client relationships, and practice growthInitiative, responsiveness, and willingness to learn quicklyComfort working closely with a solo lawyer in a trust-based, in-person environmentWho is likely to do well in this roleThis role is likely to fit someone who wants close exposure to how an independent trademark and intellectual property practice actually works. It is a strong fit for a person who is ambitious, practical, dependable, and interested not only in legal work, but also in helping build and strengthen a business. Someone looking for a highly structured large-firm environment may not find this role to be the right match. Someone who wants to learn quickly, contribute meaningfully, and grow with a practice may.Important contextThis is a solo independent practice, not a large firm. The role offers direct involvement, close mentorship, and meaningful responsibility. It also requires maturity, sound judgment, and comfort in an environment where initiative and follow-through matter. The role is in person because trust, collaboration, and close working rapport are important to me.CompensationCompensation structure is open and will depend on experience, background, and the final shape of the role. I am open to discussing arrangements that may begin on a part-time, trial, or other practical basis depending on fit and circumstances.