At Munck Wilson Mandala, our focus is always on our clients, and we strive to meet or exceed their expectations for high-quality representation that is not only cost effective, but is responsive to their needs. The only way we can consistently deliver to our clients is to seek out other attorneys with a passion for technology and the law.
We are always looking for candidates who have demonstrated excellence in the practice of law, an excellent educational background, the ability to synergize with other members of the firm, a diverse background, and the ability to develop client and professional contacts. Candidates may be at any stage of their career, from law student to seasoned professional, as long as they share our passions and are compatible with our firm’s culture.
We offer very competitive compensation and benefits packages that reward all team members for client satisfaction, individual performance and firm development.
We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the positions listed below:
Corporate Legal Assistant
Munck Wilson Mandala's goals are to provide the highest-quality legal service available anywhere, to be an integral part of each of our clients’ victories, and to recruit and retain the brightest, most tenacious and successful legal talent. We develop sustained, partnering relationships with our clients, aimed at providing the best solution to our clients’ legal needs.
Munck Wilson Mandala's goals are to provide the highest-quality legal service available anywhere, to be an integral part of each of our clients’ victories, and to recruit and retain the brightest, most tenacious and successful legal talent. We develop sustained, partnering relationships with our clients, aimed at providing the best solution to our clients’ legal needs. Our Firm is currently in the process of recruiting a Corporate Legal Assistant. This position will provide support in our Corporate Practice area for as many as four busy attorneys in a highly collaborative working environment. Primary Responsibilities- Professionally screen incoming client calls, and assist with and manage client communication and correspondence
- Manage, organize and maintain files
- Manage mail and calendar for responsible attorney(s)
- Draft correspondence, legal contracts, letters of agreement, and other legal documents
- Perform simple legal research to assist the legal team in preparing accurate and timely reports, legal advice, case files, and other legal documents
- Review and manage various documents, including non-disclosure agreements, marketing materials, contracts and request for contract changes
- Coordinate and manage billing for client files
- Five years’ law firm experience
- Knowledge and experience with modern law office procedures, and an understanding of the importance of confidentiality in such context
- Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with attorneys, clients, including the use of proper English, grammar, spelling, and punctuation
- Detail oriented
- Ability to accurately read, draft and understand basic legal terms
- Initiative to work independently, and to manage workload to meet recognized and stated deadlines
- The candidate will have the ability to work in a high-volume, high energy environment
- Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills and able to provide excellent client/customer service
- Experience with and technical use of the following computer-based programs: Microsoft Word; Outlook; Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- High school degree
- Must exhibit strong typing skills and have the ability to learn and quickly become proficient in new computer software programs
- Proficient in securities filings in EDGAR is a plus
- Must possess a team-oriented mindset
- Available for some overtime is required
- Other duties as assigned
About Munck Wilson Mandala
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Applicants should specify position of interest on the subject line of their email and include a copy of their resume and cover letter, including salary information to ghood@munckwilson.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.Corporate Associate
Munck Wilson Mandala's goals are to provide the highest-quality legal service available anywhere, to be an integral part of each of our clients’ victories, and to recruit and retain the brightest, most tenacious and successful legal talent. We develop sustained, partnering relationships with our clients, aimed at providing the best solution to our clients’ legal needs.
Munck Wilson Mandala's goals are to provide the highest-quality legal service available anywhere, to be an integral part of each of our clients’ victories, and to recruit and retain the brightest, most tenacious and successful legal talent. We develop sustained, partnering relationships with our clients, aimed at providing the best solution to our clients’ legal needs. Munck Wilson Mandala is seeking an associate with two to four years of Corporate Law experience. Proven experience successfully handling the legality of commercial transactions and all legal processes including general contracts, mergers and acquisitions, securities, third-party agreements and trademarks is desirable. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential: Requirements- Corporate law experience
- 2-4 years of Law Firm experience
- Ability to manage a case with little to no guidance
- Strong academic credentials
- Superior written and verbal communication skills
- Open to relocating to Dallas
About Munck Wilson Mandala
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Applicants should specify position of interest on the subject line of their email and include a copy of their resume and cover letter, including salary information to ghood@munckwilson.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.IP Associate
Munck Wilson Mandala's goals are to provide the highest-quality legal service available anywhere, to be an integral part of each of our clients’ victories, and to recruit and retain the brightest, most tenacious and successful legal talent. We develop sustained, partnering relationships with our clients, aimed at providing the best solution to our clients’ legal needs.
Munck Wilson Mandala currently seeks an associate or patent agent with two to four years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications. A technical background and degree in Electrical Engineering is required. Advanced degree preferred. Candidates must be eligible to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential. Requirements- Technical background and degree in Electrical Engineering
- 2-4 years of Law Firm experience
- Eligible to practice before the USPTO
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Open to relocating to Dallas
About Munck Wilson Mandala
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Applicants should specify position of interest on the subject line of their email and include a copy of their resume and cover letter, including salary information to ghood@munckwilson.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.IP Docket Clerk
Munck Wilson Mandala's goals are to provide the highest-quality legal service available anywhere, to be an integral part of each of our clients’ victories, and to recruit and retain the brightest, most tenacious and successful legal talent. We develop sustained, partnering relationships with our clients, aimed at providing the best solution to our clients’ legal needs.
Munck Wilson Mandala's goals are to provide the highest-quality legal service available anywhere, to be an integral part of each of our clients’ victories, and to recruit and retain the brightest, most tenacious and successful legal talent. We develop sustained, partnering relationships with our clients, aimed at providing the best solution to our clients’ legal needs. Our Firm is currently in the process of recruiting an IP Docket Clerk. This position will provide support to our IP Patent and Prosecution Practice and Trademark practice area and support a highly collaborative working environment. Primary responsibilities:- The candidate will have the ability to work in a high-volume, high energy environment.
- Candidates should possess excellent written and oral communication, strong proofreading and organizational skills. Candidates should also be detail oriented, be able to multi-task and have the knowledge and skills necessary to prioritize the workload independently.
- Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills and able to provide excellent client/customer service.
- Qualified candidates must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and E-Filing. Must exhibit strong typing skills and have the ability to learn and quickly become proficient in new computer software programs.
- Monitor and analyze correspondence and response deadlines
- Daily docketing of patents and trademarks including entering events into electronic docketing system database and computing dates; experience which preferably includes ThomsonReuter IP Manager and or Anaqua docketing software.
- Clean-up and maintain docketing database, including quality review of docket updates and resolving docketing inaccuracies to ensure accurate docketing of information
- Prepare and distribute docket reports and customized queries
- Must possess a team-oriented mindset.
- Available for some overtime is required.
- Minimum of 2 years of Patent docketing experience
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and good follow up skills
- Must take initiative and be a self-starter
- Excellent time management skills
About Munck Wilson Mandala
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Applicants should specify position of interest on the subject line of their email and include a copy of their resume and cover letter, including salary information to ghood@munckwilson.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.IP Litigation Associate
Munck Wilson Mandala's goals are to provide the highest-quality legal service available anywhere, to be an integral part of each of our clients’ victories, and to recruit and retain the brightest, most tenacious and successful legal talent. We develop sustained, partnering relationships with our clients, aimed at providing the best solution to our clients’ legal needs.
Munck Wilson Mandala's goals are to provide the highest-quality legal service available anywhere, to be an integral part of each of our clients’ victories, and to recruit and retain the brightest, most tenacious and successful legal talent. We develop sustained, partnering relationships with our clients, aimed at providing the best solution to our clients’ legal needs. Munck Wilson Mandala is seeking an associate or patent agent with two to four years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications. A technical background and degree in Electrical Engineering is required. Advanced degree preferred. Candidates must be eligible to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential: Requirements • Complex and Commercial litigation experience • 2-4 years of Law Firm experience • Eligible to practice before the USPTO • Ability to manage a case with little to no guidance • Experience with drafting motions, discovery, and appellate briefs • Strong academic credentials • Superior written and verbal communication skills • Electrical Engineering, Physics or Computer Science degree required • Open to relocating to Dallas At MWM, our focus is always on our clients, and we strive to meet or exceed their expectations for high- quality representation that is not only cost effective, but is responsive to their needs. The only way we can consistently deliver to our clients is to seek out other attorneys with a passion for technology and the law. If you are looking to take your career to the next level, email your resume to hr@munckwilson.com.About Munck Wilson Mandala
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Applicants should specify position of interest on the subject line of their email and include a copy of their resume and cover letter, including salary information to ghood@munckwilson.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.Intellectual Property - Legal Assistant
Munck Wilson Mandala's goals are to provide the highest-quality legal service available anywhere, to be an integral part of each of our clients’ victories, and to recruit and retain the brightest, most tenacious and successful legal talent. We develop sustained, partnering relationships with our clients, aimed at providing the best solution to our clients’ legal needs.
Our Firm is currently in the process of recruiting an IP Legal Assistant. This position will provide support in our IP Patent and Prosecution Practice for as many as four busy attorneys and/or paralegals in a highly collaborative working environment.Primary Responsibilities
Duties include, but are not limited to:- Preparing, finalizing and filing documents in US Patent Office in US provisional, utility, design and PCT applications (i.e., transmittals, declarations, power of attorneys, assignments, transmittals, extension of time, information disclosure statements, maintenance fee payments, etc).
- Preparing and finalizing client correspondence; maintaining attorney docket for both US and foreign patent matters.
- Candidate will have Patent Prosecution experience which preferably includes ThomsonReuter IP Manager docketing software.
- Handle administrative confidential/sensitive Firm and/or client information.