IP Legal Support Assistant

Job DescriptionThe Charlotte, NC office of Burr & Forman LLP, a dynamic, service-oriented law firm, seeks an IP legal support assistant to join our growing team. With a one-firm culture across our 20 offices, Burr & Forman is committed to our clients, our colleagues, and our communities. To deliver the highest client service, we invest in our people. To recruit the best people, we are active leaders in our local communities. To be active leaders in our communities, we grow and nurture strong relationships with our clients and colleagues. It’s a virtuous cycle that drives our approach to client service. It’s the Burr way. If our commitment and values align with yours, please consider joining our team. We offer a competitive salary complimented by a full range of benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, and generous paid time off.KEY CONTRIBUTIONSPrepare, edit, and proof briefs, motions, discovery, pleadings, memos, correspondence and other similar documents and reportsPerform complex administrative duties requiring knowledge of legal terminology and legal processesFile briefs, pleadings, and other filings in district/state/federal court as neededSchedule and coordinate logistics for meetings, travel and depositionsMaintain calendars including court deadlines and appearancesAnswer incoming calls, prepare documents for shipment, and distribute mailGreet and interact with clients and visitors to the firm’s offices and notify appropriate personnel of the arrival of guestsEnter billable time into the firm’s billing software and submit expense reimbursementsOpen and maintain client files, cases, and organizational documentsRespond to inquiries for informationSchedule conference rooms, manage conference room calendars and set-up instructions, and maintain reception area and conference room appearancesCoordinate lunch orders such as Lunchbox program, catering for meetings, monthly celebrations, and flowers or gifts for special occasionsOther responsibilities as neededThe EssentialsAssociate’s degree or equivalent form two-year college or technical school; or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experienceGeneral IP experience is preferred; experience with IP docketing systems is a plusProfessional appearance and demeanor with commitment to providing exceptional client serviceHighly-organized, detail oriented, and proactive with a desire to take ownership as a contributing member of the teamBalance competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, exercising patience and professionalism during stressful situationsStrong verbal and written communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Word and OutlookSome overtime may be requiredEOE/M/F/Vet/DisabledBurr & Forman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, military and protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, or disability.Please view Equal Employment Opportunity, E-Verify, and other related posters at www.burr.com/careers/working-at-burr.Company DescriptionBurr & Forman’s experienced legal team serves clients with local, national, and international legal needs. With particular industry strengths in the financial institutions, health care and manufacturing sectors, our attorneys draw from a diverse range of backgrounds and experience to serve as trusted business advisors and legal counsel to help clients achieve their goals. Burr & Forman is a Southeast, regional firm with attorneys across 20 offices in Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee.We are committed to fostering a positive work environment. Burr & Forman has been recognized by various publications as a “Best Place to Work” and “Healthiest Employer.” At Burr, we are a family. The average tenure is more than 10 years, but many of our attorneys and staff have been with the firm for more than 25 years. We offer competitive salaries and a fantastic suite of benefits. Burr & Forman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, military and protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, or disability. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled.Burr & Forman’s experienced legal team serves clients with local, national, and international legal needs. With particular industry strengths in the financial institutions, health care and manufacturing sectors, our attorneys draw from a diverse range of backgrounds and experience to serve as trusted business advisors and legal counsel to help clients achieve their goals. Burr & Forman is a Southeast, regional firm with attorneys across 20 offices in Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. We are committed to fostering a positive work environment. Burr & Forman has been recognized by various publications as a “Best Place to Work” and “Healthiest Employer.” At Burr, we are a family. The average tenure is more than 10 years, but many of our attorneys and staff have been with the firm for more than 25 years. We offer competitive salaries and a fantastic suite of benefits. Burr & Forman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, military and protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, or disability. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled.