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Job DescriptionAre you a patent prosecution paralegal interested in what the opportunities are available in the market with legal unemployment at all time lows? If so, we want to hear from you asap. We need candidates who have experience who have experience preparing and filing patent applications, correspondence, and other legal documentation, including office action response shells, assignment recordations, application data sheets, Information Disclosure Statements, inventor declarations, formalities responses, ePetitions; e-filing US and foreign patent applications; keeping attorneys abreast of deadlines; proofreading documents; legal research; and other tasks as assigned. Qualifications: • 3+ years of IP patent prosecution experience, including USPTO patent filing, • Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred, • A thorough understanding of state and federal court rules, calendaring, and filing / e-filing procedures, • Comprehensive knowledge of IP law and USPTO practices, • Solid organizational and multi-tasking skills with high attention to detail Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $125,000.00 per year Search managed by: Nicholas Romley Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act, • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance, • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, • San Francisco Fair Chance OrdinanceMassachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Job DescriptionLHH is proactively recruiting for multiple direct hire Intellectual Property Legal Assistants. We anticipate that our clients will be reaching out to us to help fill these roles since these skillsets are always in high demand. Most of our clients include very well regarded law firms as well as sophisticated legal departments in some of the areas largest corporations. If you have 2+ years of experience as an Intellectual Property Legal Assistant, and are looking to see what opportunities might be in the market, we want to hear from you asap. Required Experience: • Assist with all procedural aspects of patent prosecution including preparing shells for, and filing applications, responses, IDSs, transmittal documents, etc.; collaborate with attorneys and paralegals as needed., • Assist in drafting correspondence to clients regarding the status of applications and patents., • Review and manage files and docket for deadlines, understand docket deadlines and action needed on each file; prepare shell prosecution documents., • Electronic filing with U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)., • Act as a point of contact for the clients, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information., • Assist with client invoice review, edits, and finalization., • Provide back-up support to team and project assistance as needed., • Other tasks as assigned including billing portions of your time. Additional Skills: • Familiarity with USPTO procedures, rules and requirements; knowledge of U.S. and PCT patent rules and procedures. Please note that all resume submissions are kept strictly confidential. Pay Details: $60,000.00 to $85,000.00 per year Search managed by: Nicholas Romley Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act, • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance, • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, • San Francisco Fair Chance OrdinanceMassachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Trustpoint has partnered with a respected law firm in its search for an experienced Trademark Legal Assistant to support attorneys in managing domestic and international trademark matters. This role requires the ability to handle multiple projects while working closely with attorneys, clients, and foreign associates on brand protection, trademark prosecution, and docket management. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, organized, and experienced in trademark processes within a law firm environment. Candidates located in Lansing, Michigan are strongly preferred but candidates located in Washington, DC; Troy, MI; Detroit, MI; Ohio; Indiana; Tennessee; Florida, New Jersey; and Colorado will be considered. Duties include but are not limited to: • Assist with preparation and prosecution of U.S. trademark applications, statements of use, renewals, assignments, office action responses, and related filings, • Support international trademark prosecution through correspondence with foreign associates and trademark offices, • Assist attorneys with TTAB matters including extensions of time to oppose, notices of opposition, and petitions for cancellation, • Prepare reporting letters and correspondence for clients and foreign associates, • Coordinate filings, deadlines, and documentation with foreign associates and track communications for timely follow-up, • Monitor trademark docket and communicate deadlines and updates, • Draft reports, legal documents, and correspondence requiring knowledge of trademark law and legal terminology, • Open, organize, and maintain legal files in accordance with firm policies, • Provide case management and matter tracking support, • Maintain attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and track filing and court deadlines Qualifications: • Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant trademark experience in a law firm required, • Exceptional written, verbal, organizational, and project management skills, • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, • Professional communication and interpersonal skills, • Working knowledge of trademark law, USPTO rules and procedures, and intellectual property concepts, • Familiarity with legal document preparation, legal terminology, and civil procedure, • Strong proofreading, grammar, and editing abilities, • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Professional, • Experience with SurePoint and Concur is a plus, • Familiarity with trademark docketing systems (Anaqua preferred), • Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment, • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to learn new systems quickly Salary: Starting at approximately $65,000, commensurate with location and experience. If you would like to learn more about the Trademark Legal Assistant position available in Lansing, MI, then please submit your resume, in Word format, by clicking the Apply Now button. Trustpoint.One provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Description Legal Assistant A well-established local law firm with a facility in the Lansing, MI area is currently seeking a Legal Assistant for a Direct Hire, Full-Time opportunity with their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a Legal Assistant looking for a stable firm that offers a professional work environment, long-term growth, and competitive compensation. Local candidates are preferred. Legal Assistant compensation is anticipated to be competitive and based on experience. All well-qualified candidates will be considered regardless of pay rate. We offer a stable and professional work environment with competitive pay and benefits. Qualified Legal Assistants will have most, if not all, of the following skills and experience: • 2+ years of recent, relevant experience working in the legal industry, • Personal injury experience is highly preferred, • Experience managing attorney calendars, deadlines, and court dates, • Strong experience preparing, organizing, filing, and maintaining legal documents (electronic and paper), • Experience handling client communication, including interaction with courts, insurance companies, and opposing counsel, • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software, • Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills, • Detail-oriented, reliable, and comfortable in a client-facing role, • Must be able to work in the United States (no H-1 sponsorship or student visas considered), • Must be able to complete standard pre-employment checks including background, drug screen, and references An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree is a benefit but not essential; equivalent legal industry experience will be strongly considered. Should you be qualified and interested, please send an MS Word copy of your Legal Assistant resume to , or contact me at 248-855-4474

Job DescriptionSalary: Starting salary of $60,000 based on years of relevant experience POSITION: The Michigan Immigrant Rights Center (MIRC) is seeking candidates for full-time staff attorney positions serving low-income immigrants in their immigration legal services needs. There is a position open in our Lansing office. This is a chance to join a talented team doing important and challenging work at a critical time. Please note that this position is funded in part through a federal contract that is currently being renewed under a shorter funding cycle. Employment offers will be aligned with our current contract period (through April 30, 2026), with the expectation and hope of extension as additional funding becomes available. We remain committed to our mission and to supporting our staff through this. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: MIRC is a legal resource center for immigrant communities. The three pillars of our work are: (1) direct legal services, (2) systemic advocacy, and (3) community education and engagement. MIRC is part of Michigan Statewide Advocacy Services (MSAS), a non-profit law firm providing free legal services to individuals and families with low-income, Michigans immigrant communities, older adults, and adults with disabilities through several statewide programs. Visit michiganimmigrant.org and michigansas.org for more information. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Michigan, qualified to be admitted by waiver, or able to take the next Michigan bar exam. Applicants must possess excellent communication, collaboration, analytical and problemsolving skills as well as a demonstrated commitment to protecting the rights of immigrants or other persons in poverty. Candidate must be detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Candidate must be proficient with major software and web services including Word, Excel, G Suite, and have access to a reliable internet connection if they intend to work remotely some of the time. Applicants who have experience, especially related to immigration and poverty, will receive priority. Preference will be given to candidates who are able to effectively communicate in Spanish. Applicants who have relevant lived experience are encouraged to apply. All MIRC staff must reside in Michigan or Ohio by the first date of employment. BENEFITS: This is a full-time position with a starting salary of $60,000 based on years of relevant experience. MAP offers a generous benefits package including life, short- and long-term disability, health, vision, dental and flexible spending accounts. If staff do not require health benefits, they have the option to take an annual $1,500 payout in addition to the base salary paid over the course of the year. MAP also has a generous leave policy allowing staff to accrue 3 weeks paid vacation the first year and 15 paid holidays, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan including employer match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment. MAP is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. TIMEFRAME: Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the positions are filled, with a goal of onboarding all new MIRC hires once a month. HOW TO APPLY: Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. Please submit a resume and a cover letter that explains your interest in this role and our mission, and highlights relevant experience.You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: The Michigan Statewide Advocacy Services (MSAS) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

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Job Description Direct Counsel has partnered with an AmLaw 200 firm seeking an experienced employee benefits attorney. Candidates must have at least 8 years of practice experience. The ideal candidate will possess the following experience and skills: • Expertise in employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs), • Experience counseling employee benefit plan sponsors with respect to ERISA and IRS requirements for KSOPs plans and ESOPs, • Experience in negotiating and drafting executive employment agreements and incentive plans on behalf of employers and executives, • Knowledge of employee benefits issues with an emphasis on ESOPs in the context of corporate mergers and acquisitions, • Experience reviewing merger and acquisition agreements for purposes of ESOP related review, • Ability to advise clients regarding compliance with Internal Revenue Code Sections 280G and 409A, • Exceptional work ethic, attention to detail, initiative, and motivation, • Ability to thrive in a team environment, • Strong academic credentialsQualifications Minimum 8 years of employee benefits experience * Licensed to practice law in Michigan * Strong academic credentials * Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills * Detail-oriented with a strong work ethic * Client-facing experience and responsiveness to client needs Compensation & Benefits * Salary range: $350,000 – $475,000 annually (based on full-time schedule, experience, and qualifications) * Bonus: Eligible for annual discretionary bonus * Benefits: Comprehensive package including health insurance (with optional HSA/FSA), dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k), vacation, sick time, parking/public transportation allowance, and employee assistance program

Job DescriptionSalary: Salary starting at $63,672 depending on experience POSITION:Legal Services of South Central Michigan (LSSCM) is seeking a Staff Attorney in our Lansing office, which serves Ingham, Eaton, Clinton, Shiawassee and Livingston Counties. The staff attorney will provide a range of individual advocacy and impact work, including housing law, consumer, public benefits, and family law. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: LSSCM has served low-income residents of 13 counties in south central Michigan for more than 50 years. LSSCM helps individuals and families achieve safety, stability, and economic security by providing free civil legal services with an emphasis on homelessness prevention, domestic violence and elder abuse prevention, and assistance in accessing health care, food, and needs-based income programs. LSSCM is a program of Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP). In addition to LSSCM, MAP manages six statewide programs serving immigrant communities (Michigan Immigrant Rights Center), vulnerable older adults (Michigan Elder Justice Initiative), victims of domestic violence and elder abuse (Crime Victims Legal Assistance Program), and providing access to legal information to self-represented litigants (Michigan Legal Help Program), and providing case support and training for all the legal services providers in Michigan (Michigan Poverty Law Program). MAP has a staff of about 250 people in offices in Battle Creek, Detroit, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Grand Rapids, Monroe, and Ypsilanti. Visit lsscm.org and miadvocacy.org for more information. QUALIFICATIONS:Applicants should be licensed to practice law in Michigan, qualified to be admitted by waiver, or able to take the next Michigan bar exam. Applicants must possess excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills as well as a demonstrated commitment to serving low-income individuals and underserved populations through lived or learned experience. Legal aid and/or litigation experience is a plus. BENEFITS: Starting salary is from $63,672 depending on experience. MAP offers a generous benefits package including life, short and long term disability, health, vision, dental and flexible spending accounts. If an applicant does not require health benefits, they have the option to take an annual $1,500 payout in addition to the base salary paid over the course of the year. MAP also has a generous leave policy allowing staff to accrue 3 weeks paid vacation the first year and 15 paid holidays, as well as a 401K retirement plan including employer match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment. MAP is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. MAP is a unionized program. TO APPLY: Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The Michigan Advocacy Program is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

A local county government in Michigan is seeking a Case Management Assistant to provide essential technical and administrative support to case managers.The role involves organizing paperwork, coordinating with outside agencies, and ensuring a high level of service to clients.The ideal candidate will

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