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Proskauer

Patent Litigation Paralegal

New York, NY · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Docketing PTAB proceedings in firm's patent docketing software. * Compiling, organizing, and ... per week, or more, if it becomes the policy of the Firm or as business needs require). The ...

Trustpoint.One

IP Specialist

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

Hybrid - approximately 2 days per month onsite , as business needs require Contract: 3 months ... S. patent prosecution deadlines and docketing * Retrieve information from the USPTO and conduct ...

LHH US

Patent Prosecution Paralegal

Chicago, IL

$80K - $110K/yr

Proficiency in patent docketing systems and legal research tools. * Excellent written and verbal ... Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $110,000.00 per year Search managed by: R. Caleb Doyle Equal Opportunity ...

LHH US

Patent Prosecution Paralegal

Chicago, IL · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

Proficiency in patent docketing systems and legal research tools. * Excellent written and verbal ... Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $110,000.00 per year Search managed by: R. Caleb Doyle Equal Opportunity ...

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for per diem patent docketing in the United States is $73,557.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Per Diem Patent Docketing vs Patent Paralegal?

AspectPer Diem Patent DocketingPatent Paralegal
CredentialsTypically requires knowledge of patent processes, docketing software, and attention to detailRequires paralegal certification or legal training, with specialized patent law knowledge
Work EnvironmentOften in law firms or corporate legal departments, focusing on docket managementLegal offices, supporting patent attorneys with legal document preparation and case management
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in patent law firms, corporate IP departments, and patent agenciesUsed in law firms and corporate legal teams handling patent portfolios

Per Diem Patent Docketing primarily involves managing patent deadlines and docketing tasks on a temporary or as-needed basis, focusing on docket management. Patent Paralegals have broader responsibilities, including legal document preparation, patent application support, and case management. While both roles support patent law activities, docketing is more specialized in deadline tracking, whereas paralegals handle comprehensive legal support tasks.

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Infographic showing various Per Diem Patent Docketing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 71% Physical, 10% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,557 per year, or $35.4 per hour.

Patent Litigation Paralegal

Proskauer

New York, NY • On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist attorneys in all phases of US Federal District Court litigation, including Markman hearings, PTAB proceedings, motion practice, discovery, trial, and post-trial activities.

  • Draft legal documents such as subpoenas, deposition notices, document requests and responses, interrogatories, affidavits, claim charts, and agreements.

  • Coordinate e-filing, service processes, and docketing for PTAB proceedings and court filings, and assist in trial preparation and logistics.

Job description


The world's leading organizations and global players choose Proskauer to represent them when they need it the most. With 800+ lawyers in key financial centers around the world, we are known for our pragmatic and business-savvy approach.
Proskauer is the place to turn when a matter is complex, innovative, and game-changing. We work seamlessly across practices, industries and jurisdictions with asset managers, private equity and venture capital firms, Fortune 500 and FTSE companies, major sports leagues, entertainment industry legends and other industry- redefining companies. We are proud of our many achievements across a full spectrum of transactional and contentious practices.
The Firm seeks a Patent Litigation Paralegal to assist the Patent Litigation practice group in all phases of the patent litigation process from the initial complaint to discovery through to trial and appeal, including US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) post grant filings including Inter Partes Review (IPR) proceedings. This paralegal will also assist the patent prosecution team regarding patent due diligence searches and review.
Responsibilities
  • Assisting attorneys in all phases of US Federal District Court litigation, including Markman hearings and US Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) proceedings including USPTO PTAB filings, motion practice, discovery, trial, and post-trial.
  • Drafting documents/pleadings including subpoenas, deposition notices, document requests and responses, interrogatories and responses, request for admissions, affidavits/affirmations, answers, notices, declarations, claim charts, and agreements.
  • Coordinating e-filing and service process with the Managing Attorney's office for USPTO PTAB, federal/state court or judicial panels.
  • Docketing PTAB proceedings in firm's patent docketing software.
  • Compiling, organizing, and reviewing responsive and related production documents.
  • Cite-checking, Shepardizing, Blue booking and proofreading court filings and related position papers.
  • Performing statistical and factual research and compiling data for analyses.
  • Performing patent searches and compiling data for due diligence requests, including reviewing large patent schedules and confirming the information against public patent office databases.
  • Assisting in all phases of pre-trial activities, including witness binders, organizing trial exhibits, coordinating witness attendance at trial, and coordinating the trial logistics; Attending and assisting at trial/hearings, including preparing and maintaining exhibits and demonstratives, tracking exhibits introduced and marked into evidence.
  • Monitoring docket(s), coordinating service of filings.
  • Preparing ebinders, coordinating printing and delivery of physical binders; Basic document handling for the Litigation department.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 5+ years of law firm experience, including assistance on patent Litigation matters and USPTO PTAB Proceedings
  • Experience working with MyUSPTO, Patent Trial and Appeal Case Tracking System (P-TACTS), patent docketing systems (familiarity with FoundationIP is a plus)
  • Strong written and organizational skills
  • Experience working with litigation databases; familiarity with Relativity is a plus
  • Experience working with Derwent, PatDocs, and TotalPatent One is a plus
  • Ability to quickly and proactively identify and analyze problems, develop solutions and deliver results
  • Ability to work well under pressure, in a team environment and handle multiple tasks efficiently
  • Available to work considerable overtime when required, including evenings and weekends
  • Strong technical skills in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, as well as the ability to learn new software and applications

This position will require physical presence in Proskauer's offices on a regular basis (at least 3x per week, or more, if it becomes the policy of the Firm or as business needs require). The anticipated compensation range for this position is $100,000 - $140,000. The actual salary offered will be based on a number of factors including but not limited to the qualifications of the applicant, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.
Proskauer is committed to providing a work environment that includes equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, citizenship, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, or any other legally protected status.

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