<p>Are you someone who enjoys turning time entries into perfectly polished invoices—and making the billing process run smoother for everyone involved? We’re looking for a Legal Billing Specialist to join our York, PA team and play a key role in supporting our attorneys while keeping billing accurate, compliant, and on track. This role offers the chance to work in a fast‑moving legal environment where your billing expertise, organization, and problem‑solving skills will truly make an impact.</p><p><br></p><p>What You’ll Do:</p><ul><li>Take ownership of billing for a designated group of attorneys, keeping a close eye on unbilled time and proactively resolving problem accounts.</li><li>Manage the full eBilling lifecycle—submitting invoices, monitoring rejections, coordinating collections, and producing reporting with accuracy and efficiency.</li><li>Prepare and analyze ad hoc billing reports that help drive smarter decisions and smoother operations.</li><li>Spot opportunities to streamline billing workflows and partner with the team to implement improvements.</li><li>Serve as a go‑to resource for attorneys and clients by answering billing questions and resolving issues quickly and professionally.</li><li>Maintain clear, well‑organized billing records that support accuracy, audits, and compliance.</li><li>Communicate effectively with attorneys, staff, vendors, and clients to ensure everyone has the billing information they need.</li><li>Ensure billing systems and practices align with internal standards, client requirements, and industry expectations.</li><li>Assist with retrieving and distributing billing documentation and related materials as needed.</li><li>Handle sensitive financial information with discretion, care, and a strong commitment to confidentiality.</li></ul><p>This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys both the details and the bigger picture—keeping billing running smoothly while helping the firm operate at its best.</p>
:About the jobMerchant & Gould has been a leader in intellectual property law for more than 100 years. We are recognized as one of the most active filers of patents in the country, and are consistently rated among the top patent, copyright and trademark firms. We currently have an opportunity for a patent prosecution legal assistant. The salary range for the position is $70,000-$95,000, based years of experience.We are looking for a highly skilled patent prosecution legal assistant with five+ years of experience in U.S. patent prosecution. Knowledge and experience with policies and procedures pertaining to the PTO and electronic filing required. The professional we seek must be a positive self-starter, extremely organized, detail-oriented and highly accurate, deadline-driven, have strong computer skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills.Summary of Position (hybrid):Provides client management support for attorney, not limited to written and verbal communications with<br> clients along with maintaining docket and client specific procedures. Assists attorney in prosecuting patent applications in the United States and various foreign countries.In order to perform one (1) or more essential functions of this role, a minimum of three (3) days in the office is required.Responsibilities:Establishes and maintains patent files: opens files, prepares documents for filing including, patent applications, Preliminary Amendments, Information Disclosure Statements, Responses to Missing Parts, Assignments, Amendments, payments of Issue Fees, etc.Reviews all incoming correspondence from U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and foreign associates for essential docketing.Maintain clients' portfolios by being proactive in facilitating communication between attorney and client.Maintains and updates docketing log spreadsheet.On-going verbal and written communication with attorneys, clients and foreign associates.Other administrative tasks and projects as may be assigned.Knowledge,<br> Skills and Abilities Required * BA degree and/or paralegal certificate or minimum of 5 years experience in U.S. patent prosecution.<br><br> * Familiarity with electronic case management systems and USPTO rules and requirements. IPFolio, Memotech, etc. is a plus.<br><br> * Familiarity with the prosecution of U.S. Trademark applications a plus.<br><br> * Ability to work comfortably with advanced computer software (after training) and effectively use and maintain a computer database. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) required. Possible use of speech-to-text transcription software.<br><br> * Ability to work independently and meet critical deadlines under supervision of attorney.<br><br> * Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints.<br><br> * Ability to concentrate on detailed work for up to 80% of work day.<br><br> * Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate and follow instructions from a diverse group, includ ...
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our client's team in Northern Virginia. This position focuses on supporting patent prosecution efforts, providing exceptional client management, and ensuring the efficient handling of legal documents and correspondence. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in intellectual property law and a commitment to accuracy and organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and file patent-related documents, including applications, amendments, and responses to office actions.</p><p>• Review incoming correspondence from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and foreign associates to manage essential docketing tasks.</p><p>• Facilitate communication between attorneys and clients, proactively maintaining and updating client portfolios.</p><p>• Maintain and organize patent files, ensuring all case management systems are up-to-date.</p><p>• Monitor deadlines and assist attorneys in meeting critical filing requirements.</p><p>• Coordinate with foreign associates to ensure proper handling of international patent applications.</p><p>• Conduct administrative tasks, including updating spreadsheets and managing documents.</p><p>• Provide verbal and written communication support for attorneys and clients.</p><p>• Assist with trademark prosecution processes when required.</p>
<p>We are looking for skilled Legal Assistant to join a dynamic, mid-sized law firm in Baltimore, Maryland. Ideal candidates will bring a keen attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and experience in litigation support. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and can balance multiple priorities effectively.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Coordinate and schedule appointments, depositions, and other legal proceedings to ensure smooth case management.</p><p>• Handle electronic court filing processes in both state and federal jurisdictions with accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Draft and organize interrogatories, pleadings, and other legal documents to support litigation efforts.</p><p>• Manage document handling and retrieval using advanced document management systems.</p><p>• Collaborate with attorneys and other team members to facilitate case preparation and strategy.</p><p>• Maintain meticulous records and track deadlines to ensure compliance with court requirements.</p><p>• Provide administrative support, including correspondence preparation and file maintenance.</p><p>• Prioritize and manage multiple projects to meet deadlines and client expectations.</p><p>• Conduct research to gather information relevant to cases and legal proceedings.</p><p>• Ensure confidentiality and security of sensitive legal information at all times.</p>
<p>We are looking for a motivated Law Clerk to join our team on a contract basis in Washington, District of Columbia. This role involves supporting legal professionals through document review and analysis, focusing on immigration law and litigation processes. If you are detail-oriented and eager to contribute to impactful legal work, we encourage you to apply. Apply today! By sending an updated resume to Fana Belcher at [fana.belcher][at]roberthalf[dot][com]. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct thorough review and analysis of legal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Assist in researching immigration law and litigation-related topics to support case strategies.</p><p>• Collaborate with attorneys to organize and manage case files effectively.</p><p>• Draft and edit legal documents, including briefs, memos, and correspondence.</p><p>• Provide administrative support for litigation processes, including scheduling and coordination.</p><p>• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in handling sensitive information.</p><p>• Stay updated on changes in immigration law and relevant legal developments.</p><p>• Contribute to the preparation of materials for court proceedings or client meetings.</p><p>• Monitor deadlines and ensure timely submissions of required documents.</p><p>• Support other legal tasks as needed to facilitate smooth operations.</p>