IP Patent Paralegal

Join Our Team as an IP Paralegal at Axiom

We are seeking a Patent Paralegal to join our Intellectual Property team. This role focuses on supporting patent prosecution, portfolio management, and IP operations for innovative, technology-driven clients. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional with hands-on experience in patent filings, docketing, and lifecycle management of global patent portfolios. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, a deep understanding of USPTO and international filing procedures, and the ability to manage complex workflows across multiple jurisdictions.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing, reviewing, and filing patent applications and related documents with the USPTO and international patent offices.
• Managing patent docketing systems, tracking deadlines, and ensuring timely filings and responses.
• Supporting patent portfolio management, including maintaining records, tracking prosecution status, and coordinating renewals/annuities.
• Assisting attorneys and agents with patent prosecution, including IDS filings, office action responses, and formalities.
• Coordinating with inventors, outside counsel, and foreign associates on patent filings and prosecution matters.
• Conducting basic patent research, file history reviews, and document organization.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable patent rules, procedures, and internal processes.
• Supporting IP operations, including process improvements and workflow optimization.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience as a patent paralegal or in a related intellectual property role.
• Strong knowledge of USPTO rules, patent filing procedures, and docketing systems.
• Experience managing patent portfolios and coordinating domestic and international filings.
• Familiarity with patent lifecycle processes, including prosecution and maintenance.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with IP management systems (e.g., Anaqua, CPI, IP Manager, or similar).
• Familiarity with international patent filing procedures (PCT, EPO, and foreign jurisdictions).
• Experience supporting high-volume patent practices or in-house IP teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation:

The estimated total compensation for full-time Axiom attorney roles is $104,500-325,000 per year and for non-attorney roles is $71,250-309,750 per year. Compensation decisions are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs.  Employees may be eligible for additional benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and PTO; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities and tools.

About Axiom:

For over 25 years, Axiom has pioneered the alternative legal services industry, now serving more than 1,500 legal departments globally with our unique blend of world-class legal talent and advanced AI tools, delivering innovative solutions ranging from that combine top-tier talent with cutting-edge technology. We tackle complex legal matters across 12 practice areas for clients ranging from Fortune 100 to SMBs, empowering our legal professionals to engage in meaningful work that advances their careers. Our Talent NPS score of +71% and our Client NPS score of +64% highlight our commitment to excellence (Reported scores were Axiom’s average for 2025 – the legal industry average NPS score is +35%). Join our forward-thinking community where you’ll keep your career dynamic and multi-faceted, be part of a company that values agility, collaboration, and excellence, and love both the law and your life.

Learn more about life at Axiom. 

Axiom is the global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best in class alterative legal services.  

Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender identity status, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require accommodations to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact benefits@axiomlaw.com.

Axiom respects your privacy. For an explanation of the kind of information we collect about you and how it is used, our full data privacy notice is available here.   

Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, NY Fair Chance Act, and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.