Jobs at Fish & Richardson P.C.

Manage and execute client file transfers, retention, and disposition projects. Coordinate with attorneys, support staff, and vendors; maintain records databases; ensure compliance with transfer policies; assist with closing, termination, and special projects; serve as central contact for incoming/outgoing transfers and verify data integrity across systems.

Support the Trademark team by preparing and filing U.S. and Madrid/WIPO trademark documents (using the U.S. PTO ETEAS), communicating with clients and foreign associates, handling TTAB/UDRP/copyright matters, conducting preliminary trademark searches, and assisting on special projects. Meet the paralegal 1300-hour billing metric and work hybrid with in-office presence required three days per month.

The IT Specialist will manage workstation deployments, provide end-user support, troubleshoot network devices, integrate new systems, and conduct training. They will also be involved in after-hours support on call.

Support litigation practice by organizing case files, generating and electronically filing court documents, coordinating depositions and experts, communicating with clients and local counsel, and providing on-site trial logistics and post-trial support.

Independently compute, record, and enter litigation deadlines into the firm docketing system (Milana); verify jurisdiction and court rules; quality-check entries; support litigation teams; prepare and distribute docket reports; research court rules; and improve docketing processes to minimize risk and ensure compliance.

Perform mail and package handling, copying/scanning/printing, supply stocking, kitchen upkeep, meeting AV setup and refreshment service, file room support, and front desk coverage. Assist with conference meal setups and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs. Onsite in Minneapolis five days per week.

Answer phones, greet visitors, manage conference room and catering logistics, handle mail and supplies, support onboarding and administrative tasks, coordinate facility requests, and provide front-desk and reception support for the Austin office.

As a Patent Paralegal, manage documents for information disclosure statements and office actions, ensuring deadlines are met while maintaining billing records.

Prepare, obtain, and file documents for all phases of patent prosecution with emphasis on foreign prosecution; manage prosecution docket and deadlines; track time to meet billable goals; collaborate with team members and assist on filings and disclosures.

Provide first- and second-level end-user IT support, deploy and configure workstations, troubleshoot Windows, network devices and enterprise applications, support video conferencing and conference rooms, assist with application integration and training, and participate in after-hours on-call rotation. Work onsite full-time.

Maintain and audit IP systems, perform data cleanup and validation, support daily matter openings and staffing updates, develop recurring and ad-hoc reports, and assist automation initiatives to improve IP Operations efficiency.

Support Practice Systems Hub by coordinating transfer workflows, tracking status, managing vendor processes, maintaining project logs, documenting procedures, assisting audits and reporting, and providing training and cross-training for IP practice operations.

Provide administrative support to legal staff and paralegals including proofreading correspondence, maintaining calendars and deadline systems, scheduling travel and meetings, opening matters and preparing engagement letters, processing vendor invoices, and performing clerical tasks such as typing, filing, and reception relief as needed.

Manage conflicts searching, identification, and resolution for new business and lateral intake; lead and train conflicts staff; maintain conflicts database integrity; develop and document intake and conflicts procedures; advise Intake Committee and General Counsel; provide orientation and training for attorneys and staff; improve processes and oversee team performance.

The Litigation Legal Assistant/Paralegal coordinates case management, files court documents, schedules depositions, communicates with clients, and supports trial logistics.