Legal Assistant (Intellectual Property) – Temp-to-Hire

Location: Dallas, TX
Schedule: Full-Time
Position Type: Temp-to-Hire
Compensation: $20–$22 per hour, based on experience

Build Your Career in Intellectual Property Law

A respected Dallas-based Intellectual Property law firm is seeking a motivated Legal Assistant to join its team on a temp-to-hire basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with legal administrative experience who is looking to build a long-term career in the specialized field of Intellectual Property law.

If you're organized, detail-oriented, and enjoy supporting attorneys in a fast-paced environment, this role offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience while working alongside a collaborative and supportive legal team.

Responsibilities

Legal & Administrative Support

• Provide administrative support to attorneys and paralegals within the Intellectual Property practice.
• Prepare, proofread, revise, and format legal correspondence and other legal documents.
• Open new client matters and maintain organized electronic and physical files.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, conference calls, and appointments.
• Prepare engagement letters, reports, and client communications.
• Assist with document production, scanning, filing, and records management.
• Support attorney time entry, billing, and other administrative functions.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client and firm information.

Client & Team Support

• Communicate professionally with clients, inventors, vendors, and internal team members.
• Provide exceptional customer service and timely follow-up on requests.
• Assist with special projects and provide backup support to other legal assistants as needed.
• Contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented office environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of legal assistant, legal administrative assistant, or legal secretary experience preferred.
• Prior law firm experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting Intellectual Property or Patent Prosecution attorneys is a plus, but not required.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Excellent organizational, proofreading, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional demeanor with a commitment to outstanding client service.

Why Join?

• Temp-to-hire opportunity with the potential for permanent employment.
• Gain valuable experience in the growing field of Intellectual Property law.
• Work alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Develop specialized legal skills that can enhance your long-term career.
• Competitive hourly pay with opportunities for professional growth.

Preferred Background

Candidates with experience in any of the following are encouraged to apply:

• Legal Assistant
• Legal Administrative Assistant
• Legal Secretary
• Law Firm Administration
• Administrative Support
• Document Management
• Client Service