Remote Patent Prosecution Paralegal

Zirtual is a work\-life balanced company that offers law firms practice area specific, experienced virtual paralegals. Our US\-based paralegals strive to meet and exceed attorney\-client needs and expectations. Zirtual offers paralegals in every practice area and state, both transactional and litigation. Our paralegals are vital members of Zirtual. The paralegal is the main point of contact with their assigned client(s) and will work independently with the law firms. The paralegal will receive support from their assigned Account Supervisor, who will assist the paralegal \& law firm relationship with plan modifications, questions, feedback on quality, delegation and collaboration best practices, and more. The paralegal will provide a high\-level professional service by working on tasks and projects as assigned by the client, and ensuring they are executed on time and to the highest level of quality. The paralegal is responsible for being the main point of contact for their assigned client(s), and being familiar with each clients’ needs and preferences. The paralegal must have consistent and proactive communication with clients and the Account Supervisors. Paralegals are expected to be available for clients during business hours as agreed upon with each client, but around\-the\-clock availability is not expected. Paralegals ensure time is entered on a daily basis using a provided tool, respond to all communication within a mutually established response time expectation tailored to each client’s needs, maintain detailed and up\-to\-date client profiles, and follow Zirtual's best practices for success. **Job Overview** Paralegals within Zirtual’s Paralegal Division are custom matched based upon the client’s specific needs, practice areas and state. The outlined tasks below will vary based on each client and practice area. When reviewing, please consider those tasks applicable to your specialty. In general, paralegals are expected to have a minimum of 3 years of experience handling the below outlined duties. When offered a client, you will be provided with a Statement of Work that outlines the pay rate for the specific client as well as any area specific additions. While paralegals may be asked to handle legal assistant tasks, the rate will be outlined in the provided Statement of Work. **PARALEGAL SUPPORT** **Hours:** Approximately 40 hours per month to start, with potential for growth **Schedule:** Flexible, with preference for candidates available during Eastern Time Zone business hours About the Role We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support a sophisticated federal litigation practice on a remote, independent contractor basis. This position requires approximately 40 hours per month and is ideal for a highly organized professional who can work independently while managing multiple litigation\-related tasks. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience supporting federal court litigation matters from i