Patent Practice Support Manager: Morrison & Foerster LLP

Morrison & Foerster LLP is a premier global law firm committed to delivering success for our clients around the world. We achieve that by hiring the best talent for every position in the Firm. High performance is a core shared value. Our progressive workplace policies and our commitment to diversity and collegiality create an ideal environment ideally suited to teamwork. We are proud of our numerous workplace awards, including being named to FORTUNE’s list of Best Companies to Work For, American Lawyer’s ''A'' list, and for several years running, have been the Vault survey’s #1 law firm for diversity.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides management support and leadership for patent paralegals,

secretaries, word processors and administrative assistants; including

staffing, training, retention and practice standardization. Ensures

appropriate workloads and work quality are achieved. Performs

administrative supervisory functions, training and orientation and ensures

compliance with firm policies and procedures. Is responsible for ensuring

consistent representation of the Partners, attorneys and agents in meeting

the objectives of the office locally and for promoting and overseeing local

involvement in firm wide patent projects and training in connection with

patent-related policies and processes. Responsible for ensuring client

satisfaction is achieved throughout all position responsibilities.

You will work with great people in a collaborative, client-focused environment. Come join our group of dedicated professionals and discover the opportunities to grow your skills and career.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1) Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

2) Seven plus years patent secretarial, foreign filing or other related experience.

3) Law firm experience highly desirable.

4) Two plus years of supervisory or management experience preferred.

5) Strong technical background.

6) Excellent communications skills.

7) Proven ability to work well with all levels of management, staff, and attorneys.

8) Ability to promote a team environment.

9) Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects with often competing deadlines.

10) Strong sense of accountability, taking ownership over projects and responsibilities and resolving issues proactively.

11) Advanced analytical and information gathering skills; ability to evaluate and prioritize extensive, detailed data.

12) High comfort level with sometimes stressful client requirements.

Morrison & Foerster is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Apply on-line by visiting the Careers link at www.mofo.com. This job is listed under job ID 20794 (Flash technology is required). If you do not have flash technology, email your resume to jobs2008@mofo.com noting the Job ID in the subject line.