_{23rd September, 2025}

Are you a patent legal secretary? Would you like to work with a top IP law firm in DC?   If so, R & W Group has a great new opportunity!   One of our favorite law firm clients is looking for a Patent Legal Secretary with 5-10 years of patent prosecution experience for their DC office.  You must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite; accurately type 60+ words per minute; proficient in USPTO PATENT CENTER platform; possess excellent written and oral communication skills; detail oriented; strong organizational skills; and must be a team player.  Bachelor's or Associate's degree preferred.  This position requires flexibility to work overtime as needed.  The firm offers a hybrid work schedule, excellent benefits, and competitive salaries.  
 
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare drafts and file executed documents for new applications including Provisional, National Phase, Continuation, Divisional, and Continuation-in-Part;
• Review and process formalities including Filing Receipts, Notices of Missing Parts, and Notices of Publication;
• Prepare drafts and file executed documents during patent prosecution stage such as Responses/Amendments, IDS's, petitions, etc.;
• Keep up to date on USPTO rules;
• Revise documents, including generating tables of content and authorities for briefs;
• Make travel arrangements and process expense reports;
• Time entry and electronic file maintenance; and
• Perform other related administrative duties as assigned.

 
Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000.  Solid benefits including health insurance.   Apply online or register with us at www.r-wgroup.com.   

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