Patent Paralegal - Spokane, WA

Lee & Hayes, a national intellectual property (IP) law firm with an international client-base, is seeking a Patent Paralegal to work for our design practice in Spokane, Washington. This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of our dynamic team in our highly-regarded IP practice, while living in one of the most desirable areas of the country.

QUALIFICATIONS
Ideal candidates are accurate, detailed, organized, articulate, service-oriented and flexible. Prior experience as a legal assistant and/or paralegal is beneficial and experience in intellectual property is ideal. Strong computer skills, especially in Microsoft® Office, are required. Responsibilities of this position include assisting attorneys in our Design practice group with:

Preparing and filing patent applications, patent responses and other documents with the patent offices
General time/work management
Scheduling meetings
Administrative and clerical support

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The annualized salary range for this position in Washington is $28.00/hr to 33.00/hr. The base salary for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, market factors, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Lee & Hayes, PC offers our employees a comprehensive suite of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Eligible employees are qualified for health insurance, dental insurance, vision care, long-term disability, Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k), paid parental leave, paid time off, at least ten paid holidays each year, identity protection insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EPA). Additional voluntary benefits programs include voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long-term care, and pet insurance. The firm also offers extensive wellness benefits and work flexibility to support the work-life balance of each employee.

UNIQUE LAW FIRM
Lee & Hayes provides a unique corporate culture that fosters a collegial atmosphere, encourages camaraderie, community outreach, and work-life balance. Members of the Lee & Hayes team are highly-accomplished individuals who take pride in their work, community, and families.

We center our firm around three core values to provide the best possible experience for our clients in conjunction with providing an exceptional environment for our employees.

Service Excellence: At Lee & Hayes, PC, we understand that we succeed when our clients succeed. We focus on building strong relationships with our clients and with each other as a team.
Relationship Centered: We care about each other and realize we are more than just service providers; we are partners.
Stewardship: The Lee & Hayes community believes that each of us are stewards, and we exist to serve more than our own needs. At Lee & Hayes, we are accountable to serve our clients, colleagues, families, and communities.

These core values serve as guideposts to direct daily decision-making and focus our efforts toward common goals.
Lee & Hayes, PC is recognized as one of the nation's highest-quality patent law firms across a broad spectrum of industry sectors and organizations such as:

Intellectual Asset Management - IAM Patent 300 & 1000
IP Stars from Managing IP
World Trademark Review - WTR 1000
U.S. News – Best Lawyers®
Super Lawyers®
USPTO Data - Among Top Producers of Originally Drafted Patents
Intellectual Property Owners Association
Best Places to Work - Inland Northwest

Lee & Hayes, PC is an equal-opportunity employer and strongly supports diversity in the workforce. All employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, competence, and business need. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by a person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including, without limitation, recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, assignment, and dismissal. In addition, it is the firm's policy to provide an environment that is free of all unlawful harassment, including, without limitation, that based on sex, race, age, disability, or national origin.

CONTACT
For confidential consideration, please submit a cover letter and your resume to hr@leehayes.com.