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Dinsmore is a growing national law firm committed to recruiting qualified, experienced attorneys who can contribute substantially to our firm's practice. We seek candidates with strong academic backgrounds and excellent communication skills. We always accept applications from attorneys who are interested in our firm.  

The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal opportunities in all employment positions, regardless of age (as defined in the Age Discrimination in Employment Act), disability, sex, national origin, race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or veteran status.

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Litigation Associate

Lexington, KY

Dinsmore & Shohl, a prominent national law firm with over 750 attorneys in 31 cities, has an immediate opportunity for a litigation Associate in our Lexington, Kentucky office. Preferred candidates will have a minimum of five years of litigation experience, including experience preparing and arguing motions, taking depositions, handling complex discovery and ESI, and preparing cases for trial. Product liability experience is preferred but not required. Familiarity with the Kentucky court system is a plus. All candidates should have a strong academic background, and possess excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.

A license to practice in Kentucky is required. Out of state candidates who are either willing to sit for the Kentucky bar exam or eligible for admission in Kentucky will be considered.

Please send cover letter, resume, and transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.

Real Estate Associate

Orlando, FL

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, a prominent national law firm with over 750 attorneys in 31 cities, has an immediate opportunity available for an Associate in the Real Estate Development Practice Group in Orlando, FL. Ideally, candidates must have a minimum of three years of law firm experience, with a minimum of three years of real estate transactional experience, including acquisitions, dispositions and commercial leasing, reviewing construction contracts, development, zoning, and loan documents, and reviewing property diligence (including resolving title and survey concerns). Candidates with less experience will be considered.  Familiarity with public/private partnership agreements for urban redevelopment sites is preferred.

All candidates should have a strong academic background, and possess excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills. A license to practice in Florida is required. Out of state candidates who are either willing to sit for the bar exam or eligible for admission in Florida will be considered. Qualified candidates can look forward to an entrepreneurial, collegial work atmosphere and a practice that will include significant client contact and handling all aspects of complex transactions for regional and national clients of all sizes.

Please send your cover letter, resume, and transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, OH 45202, or to [email protected].

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.

Litigation Associate

Miami, FL

Dinsmore & Shohl, a prominent national law firm with over 750 attorneys in 31 cities, as an immediate opportunity available for a litigation associate in our Miami office. Candidates must have 3-7 years of civil litigation experience, including experience preparing and arguing motions, taking depositions, handling complex discovery and ESI, preparing cases for trial, and must be well-versed in researching and drafting briefs and motions. A Florida law license is required and familiarity with Florida’s federal court system is preferred. All candidates should have a strong academic background, and possess excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.

Please send cover letter, resume, two writing samples (10 pages or less), and transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.

Appellate Associate

Miami, FL

Dinsmore & Shohl, a prominent national law firm with over 750 attorneys in 31 cities, as an immediate opportunity available for an appellate associate in our Miami office. Candidates must have 3-7 years of civil litigation experience, with at least one year of substantive appellate experience. Candidates should have experience preparing and arguing motions, handling complex discovery and ESI, preparing cases for trial, and must be well-versed in researching and drafting briefs and motions. A Florida law license is required and familiarity with Florida’s federal court system is preferred. State or federal clerkship preferred, but not required. All candidates should have a strong academic background, and possess excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.

Please send cover letter, resume, two writing samples (10 pages or less), and transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.

Litigation Attorney - Tort Practice Group

Louisville, KY

Dinsmore & Shohl, a prominent national law firm with over 750 attorneys in 31 cities, has an immediate opportunity for a litigation attorney in our Louisville, Kentucky office. Preferred candidates will have a minimum of three years of litigation experience, including experience drafting and arguing motions, taking depositions, handling complex discovery and ESI, working with medical records, retaining and working with expert witnesses, and preparing cases for trial. Experience in the defense of healthcare-related negligence cases is preferred. Familiarity with the Kentucky court system is a plus. All candidates should have a strong academic background, and possess excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.

A license to practice in Kentucky is required. Out of state candidates who are willing to sit for the Kentucky bar exam, or eligible for admission in Kentucky, will be considered.

Please send cover letter, resume, and transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.

Litigation Associate

Houston, TX

Dinsmore & Shohl, a prominent national law firm with over 750 attorneys in 31 cities, has an immediate opportunity for a litigation associate in the Houston, Texas office. Candidates must have a minimum of four years of general commercial litigation experience, including experience preparing and arguing motions, taking depositions, handling complex discovery and ESI, preparing cases for trial, preferably some evidentiary hearing and/or trial experience, and must be well versed in researching and drafting briefs and motions. Real estate experience is preferred, but not required.

All candidates should have a strong academic background and possess excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills. A license to practice in Texas and familiarity with the Texas court system is required. Out of state candidates who are either willing to sit for the Texas bar exam or eligible for admission in Texas will be considered.

Please send cover letter, resume, and transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.

Corporate Transactional, Regulatory, and Compliance Partners and Associates – Health Care Practice Group

Cincinnati, OH; Columbus, OH; Dayton, OH

Dinsmore & Shohl, a prominent national law firm with over 750 attorneys in 31 cities, has immediate opportunities available for Partners and Associates in our Health Care Practice Group in the Columbus, OH; Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; and Dayton, OH offices.  Associate candidates must have a minimum of four years of health care regulatory, compliance, and corporate transactional experience. The ideal candidates would possess the ability to work both independently and as part of a team and would be interested in an important role contributing to the long-term succession and growth of our health care practice. Qualified candidates can look forward to a collegial practice environment that provides you with the quality support team from Dinsmore’s platform in the many practice areas required to serve health care industry client needs.

A license to practice in Ohio is preferred.  Out of state candidates who are either willing to sit for the Ohio bar exam or eligible for admission in Ohio will be considered. All candidates should have a strong academic background, and possess excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.

Please send cover letter, resume, and transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.                                     

Transactional Tax Partner

Boston, MA; Chicago, IL; Indianapolis, IN; Cincinnati, OH; Columbus, OH; Pittsburgh, PA; Tampa, FL; Louisville, KY

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, a prominent national law firm with over 750 attorneys in 31 cities, has an immediate opportunity available for a transactional tax Partner in our Tax, Benefits, and Wealth Planning practice group in Boston, MA; Chicago, IL; Indianapolis, IN; Cincinnati, OH; Columbus, OH; Cleveland, OH; Pittsburgh, PA; Tampa, FL; and Louisville, KY offices. Applicants must have a minimum of ten years of experience with tax and transactional work, including entity selection and formation, tax aspects and structuring of mergers and acquisitions, business re-organizations, private equity and venture capital. Experience in cross-border transactions and planning would be a plus.

Qualified candidates can look forward to a practice that will include sophisticated tax planning around corporate and transactional matters with significant client contact.

A license to practice in FL, IL, IN, KY, MA, OH, or PA is preferred. Out of state candidates who are either willing to sit for the FL, IL, IN, KY, MA, OH, or PA bar exam or eligible to waive in will be considered. All candidates should have a strong academic background, and possess excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.

Please send cover letter, resume, and law school transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

Litigation Associate

Chicago, IL

Dinsmore & Shohl, a prominent national law firm with over 750 attorneys in 31 cities, has an immediate opportunity available for a mid-level litigation associate in our Chicago office. Candidates must have a minimum of five years of general commercial litigation experience, including experience preparing and arguing motions, taking depositions, handling appellate work, complex discovery and ESI, and preparing cases for trial. A license to practice in Illinois and familiarity with the Illinois state and federal court system is required. All candidates should have a strong academic background, and possess excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.

Please send cover letter, resume, and transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.

Litigation Associate

Louisville, KY

Dinsmore & Shohl, a prominent national law firm with over 750 attorneys in 31 cities, has an immediate opportunity for a litigation Associate in our Louisville, Kentucky office. Preferred candidates will have two to five years of litigation experience, including experience preparing and arguing motions, taking depositions, handling complex discovery and ESI, and preparing cases for trial. Judicial clerkship experience and familiarity with the Kentucky court system is a plus. All candidates should have a strong academic background, and possess excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.

A license to practice in Kentucky is required. Out of state candidates who are either willing to sit for the Kentucky bar exam or eligible for admission in Kentucky will be considered.

Please send cover letter, resume, and transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.

Litigation Associate

Boston, MA

Dinsmore, a prominent national law firm with over 750 attorneys in 31 cities coast to coast, has an immediate opportunity for a litigation associate in our Boston, Massachusetts office. Candidates must have one to four years of general commercial litigation experience, including experience preparing and arguing motions, taking depositions, handling complex discovery and ESI, and preparing cases for trial. A license to practice in Massachusetts and familiarity with the Massachusetts court system is required. Connecticut admission is encouraged but not required. All candidates should have a strong academic background, and possess excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.

Please send cover letter, resume, and transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.

Litigation Associate

Los Angeles, CA

Dinsmore & Shohl, a prominent national law firm with over 750 attorneys in 31 cities, has an immediate opportunity for a litigation associate in the Los Angeles, CA office. Candidates must have 2-8 years of general commercial litigation experience, including experience preparing and arguing motions, taking depositions, handling complex discovery and ESI, and preparing cases for trial.  Must be well versed in researching and drafting briefs and motions.

All candidates should have a strong academic background and possess excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills. A license to practice in California and familiarity with the California court system is required. Please send cover letter, resume, and transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

The base salary range for this position is $190,000 - $215,000. Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience. Benefits offered include: health care, vision, dental, firm paid disability, firm paid life insurance, firm paid travel accident, retirement benefits, parental leave, adoption assistance, unlimited vacation, healthcare and flexible spending accounts, commuter and transit plans, employee assistance program, long term care, pet insurance and a 529 plan.

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.

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Litigation Associate

San Diego, CA

Dinsmore & Shohl, a prominent national law firm with over 750 attorneys in 31 cities, has an immediate opportunity for a litigation associate in the San Diego, CA office. Candidates must have 2-7 years of general commercial litigation experience, including experience preparing and arguing motions, taking depositions, handling complex discovery and ESI, preparing cases for trial, preferably some evidentiary hearing and/or trial experience, and must be well versed in researching and drafting briefs and motions.

All candidates should have a strong academic background and possess excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills. A license to practice in California and familiarity with the California court system is required. Please send cover letter, resume, and transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

The base salary range for this position is $190,000 - $210,000. Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience. Benefits offered include: health care, vision, dental, firm paid disability, firm paid life insurance, firm paid travel accident, retirement benefits, parental leave, adoption assistance, unlimited vacation, healthcare and flexible spending accounts, commuter and transit plans, employee assistance program, long term care, pet insurance and a 529 plan.

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.

Litigation Associate - Commercial Litigation Practice Group

Lexington, KY

Dinsmore & Shohl, a prominent national law firm with over 750 attorneys in 31 cities, has an immediate opportunity for a litigation associate in our Lexington, Kentucky office. Preferred candidates will have one to five years of litigation experience, including experience preparing and arguing motions, taking depositions, handling complex discovery and ESI, and preparing cases for trial. Judicial clerkship experience and familiarity with the Kentucky court system is a plus. All candidates should have a strong academic background and possess excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.

A license to practice in Kentucky is preferred. Out-of-state candidates willing to sit for the Kentucky bar exam or eligible for admission in Kentucky will be considered.

Please send cover letter, resume, and transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.

Labor & Employment Associate

Cincinnati, OH

Dinsmore & Shohl, a prominent national law firm with over 750 attorneys in 31 cities, has an immediate opportunity for a labor & employment associate in Cincinnati, OH. Candidates must have a minimum of three years of experience. Responsibilities include litigation defense and advising employers on compliance with state and federal employment laws and working on FMLA, ADA, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful discharge, and violation of wage law matters. Experience taking depositions, arguing motions, and preparing cases for trial is preferred. Qualified candidates can look forward to a practice that will include significant client contact and handling all aspects of complex employment cases for regional and national clients of all sizes.

A license to practice in Ohio is required. Out of state candidates who are willing to sit for the Ohio bar exam or eligible for admission will be considered. All candidates should have a strong academic background and possess excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.

Please send your cover letter, resume, and transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, OH 45202, or to [email protected].

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.

Patent Litigation Associate

Cincinnati, OH; Columbus, OH; Lexington, KY; Louisville, KY

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, a prominent national law firm with over 750 attorneys in 31 cities, has an immediate opportunity available for a Patent Litigation Associate in Cincinnati, OH; Columbus, OH; Cleveland, OH; Lexington, KY; or Louisville, KY. This position would be in our IP Litigation and Enforcement Practice Group. Candidates must have a minimum of four years of patent litigation experience and/or significant PTAB experience, including experience preparing and arguing motions, taking depositions, handling complex discovery and ESI, and preparing cases for trial. A technical background and USPTO patent bar registration is preferred.

Successful candidates should have a license to practice in Ohio or Kentucky, as applicable, strong academic credentials and excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills, as well as a desire to work in a collegial atmosphere with an emphasis on training, significant client contact, and a wide range of work handling complex patent litigation matters for regional and national clients of all sizes.

Dinsmore’s IP Department includes a group of 100+ intellectual property attorneys in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, Boston, Chicago, Ann Arbor, Detroit, Denver, Groton, Lexington, Louisville, Pittsburgh, San Diego, Tampa, and Washington, D.C. With one of the country’s fastest-growing IP practices, Dinsmore services clients in a wide range of industries around the world.

Please apply in confidence by submitting your cover letter, resume, and law school transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.

Patent Associates

San Diego, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Ann Arbor, MI; Chicago, IL; Cincinnati, OH; Columbus, OH; Dayton, OH; Detroit, MI; Groton, CT; Lexington, KY; Louisville, KY; Pittsburgh, PA; Washington, D.C.; Denver, CO; Indianapolis, IN; Tampa, FL

Dinsmore, a prominent national law firm with over 750 attorneys in 31 cities, is seeking patent associates in San Diego, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Denver, CO; Chicago, IL; Ann Arbor, MI; Detroit, MI; Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; Columbus, OH; Dayton, OH; Groton, CT; Indianapolis, IN; Lexington, KY; Louisville, KY; Pittsburgh, PA; Tampa, FL; or Washington, D.C. The position requires a minimum of two years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications related to artificial intelligence and machine learning, computer software, financial technology, blockchain, and cryptocurrency.  An undergraduate or graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science is preferred and all experience levels will be considered. Admission to a state bar and USPTO registration is required. Successful candidates have strong academic credentials and excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills, as well as a desire to work in a collegial atmosphere with an emphasis on training, significant client contact, and a wide range of work, including patent preparation and prosecution, portfolio management, strategic analysis, and opinion work.

Dinsmore’s IP department includes a group of 100+ intellectual property attorneys in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, Boston, Chicago, Ann Arbor, Detroit, Denver, Groton, Lexington, Louisville, Pittsburgh, San Diego, Tampa, and Washington, D.C. With one of the country’s fastest-growing IP practices, Dinsmore services clients in a wide range of industries around the world.

Please apply in confidence by submitting your cover letter, resume, and law school, graduate or undergraduate transcripts to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

The base salary range for this position is $170,000 - $195,000. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Benefits offered include: health care, vision, dental, firm paid disability, firm paid life insurance, firm paid travel accident, retirement benefits, parental leave, adoption assistance, unlimited vacation, healthcare and flexible spending accounts, commuter and transit plans, employee assistance program, long term care, pet insurance and a 529 plan.

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.

Patent Associate (physics)

Ann Arbor, MI; Chicago, IL; Cincinnati, OH; Columbus, OH; Dayton, OH; Detroit, MI; Groton, CT; Lexington, KY; Louisville, KY; Pittsburgh, PA; Washington, D.C.

Dinsmore is seeking a patent associate in Ann Arbor, MI; Chicago, IL; Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; Columbus, OH; Dayton, OH; Detroit, MI; Groton, CT; Lexington, KY; Louisville, KY; Pittsburgh, PA; or Washington, D.C.  This position requires a B.S. in Physics and a minimum of three years of patent preparation and prosecution experience.  Admission to a state bar and USPTO registration is required.  Successful candidates have strong academic credentials and excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills, as well as a desire to work in a collegial atmosphere with an emphasis on training, significant client contact, and a wide range of work, including patent preparation and prosecution, portfolio management, strategic analysis, and opinion work.

Dinsmore’s IP Department includes a group of 100+ intellectual property attorneys in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, Boston, Chicago, Ann Arbor, Detroit, Denver, Groton, Lexington, Louisville, Pittsburgh, San Diego, Tampa, and Washington, D.C.  With one of the country’s fastest-growing IP practices, Dinsmore services clients in a wide range of industries around the world.

Please apply in confidence by submitting your cover letter, resume, and law school, graduate, or undergraduate transcripts to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

Patent Associate (electrical engineering or computer science)

Ann Arbor, MI; Chicago, IL; Cincinnati, OH; Columbus, OH; Dayton, OH; Detroit, MI; Groton, CT; Lexington, KY; Louisville, KY; Pittsburgh, PA; Washington, D.C.

Dinsmore is seeking a Patent Associate in Ann Arbor, MI; Chicago, IL; Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; Columbus, OH; Dayton, OH; Detroit, MI; Groton, CT; Lexington, KY; Louisville, KY; Pittsburgh, PA; or Washington, D.C.  This position requires a B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science and all experience levels will be considered.  Admission to a state bar and USPTO registration is required.  Successful candidates have strong academic credentials and excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills, as well as a desire to work in a collegial atmosphere with an emphasis on training, significant client contact, and a wide range of work, including patent preparation and prosecution, portfolio management, strategic analysis, and opinion work.

Dinsmore’s IP Department includes a group of 100+ intellectual property attorneys in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, Boston, Chicago, Ann Arbor, Detroit, Denver, Groton, Lexington, Louisville, Pittsburgh, San Diego, Tampa, and Washington, D.C.  With one of the country’s fastest-growing IP practices, Dinsmore services clients in a wide range of industries around the world.

Please apply in confidence by submitting your cover letter, resume, and law school, graduate or undergraduate transcripts to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

Patent Associate (chemical engineering)

Ann Arbor, MI; Chicago, IL; Cincinnati, OH; Columbus, OH; Dayton, OH; Detroit, MI; Groton, CT; Lexington, KY; Louisville, KY; Pittsburgh, PA; Washington, D.C.

Dinsmore is seeking a patent associate in Ann Arbor, MI; Chicago, IL; Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; Columbus, OH; Dayton, OH; Detroit, MI; Groton, CT; Lexington, KY; Louisville, KY; Pittsburgh, PA; or Washington, D.C. This position requires a B.S. in Chemical Engineering. Admission to a state bar and USPTO registration is required. Successful candidates have strong academic credentials and excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills, as well as a desire to work in a collegial atmosphere with an emphasis on training, significant client contact, and a wide range of work, including patent preparation and prosecution, portfolio management, strategic analysis, and opinion work.

Dinsmore’s IP Department includes a group of 100+ intellectual property attorneys in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, Boston, Chicago, Ann Arbor, Detroit, Denver, Groton, Lexington, Louisville, Pittsburgh, San Diego, Tampa, and Washington, D.C. With one of the country’s fastest-growing IP practices, Dinsmore services clients in a wide range of industries around the world.

Please apply in confidence by submitting your cover letter, resume, and law school, graduate, or undergraduate transcripts to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

Patent Associate (biochemistry or chemistry)

Ann Arbor, MI; Chicago, IL; Cincinnati, OH; Columbus, OH; Detroit, MI; Groton, CT; Lexington, KY; Louisville, KY; Pittsburgh, PA; Washington, D.C.

Dinsmore is seeking a patent associate in Ann Arbor, MI; Chicago, IL; Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; Columbus, OH; Dayton, OH; Detroit, MI; Groton, CT; Lexington, KY; Louisville, KY; Pittsburgh, PA; or Washington, D.C.  This position requires a minimum of three years of patent preparation and prosecution experience and at least a B.S. in Biochemistry or Chemistry.  Admission to a state bar and USPTO registration is required.  A Ph.D. and/or industry experience is preferred.  Experience with pharmaceutical or biotechnology subject matters is a plus.  Successful candidates have strong academic credentials and excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills, as well as a desire to work in a collegial atmosphere with an emphasis on training, significant client contact, and a wide range of work, including patent preparation and prosecution, portfolio management, strategic analysis, and opinion work.

Dinsmore’s IP department includes a group of 100+ intellectual property attorneys in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, Boston, Chicago, Ann Arbor, Detroit, Denver, Groton, Lexington, Louisville, Pittsburgh, San Diego, Tampa, and Washington, D.C.  With one of the country’s fastest-growing IP practices, Dinsmore services clients in a wide range of industries around the world.

Please apply in confidence by submitting your cover letter, resume, and law school, graduate or undergraduate transcripts to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

Patent Associate (materials science)

Ann Arbor, MI; Chicago, IL; Cincinnati, OH; Columbus, OH; Dayton, OH; Detroit, MI; Groton, CT; Lexington, KY; Louisville, KY; Pittsburgh, PA; Washington, D.C.

This position requires a B.S. in Materials Science and all experience levels will be considered.  Admission to a state bar and USPTO registration is required.  Successful candidates have strong academic credentials and excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills, as well as a desire to work in a collegial atmosphere with an emphasis on training, significant client contact, and a wide range of work, including patent preparation and prosecution, portfolio management, strategic analysis, and opinion work.

Dinsmore’s IP department includes a group of 100+ intellectual property attorneys in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, Boston, Chicago, Ann Arbor, Detroit, Denver, Groton, Lexington, Louisville, Pittsburgh, San Diego, Tampa, and Washington, D.C. With one of the country’s fastest-growing IP practices, Dinsmore services clients in a wide range of industries around the world.

Please apply in confidence by submitting your cover letter, resume, and law school, graduate, or undergraduate transcripts to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

Patent Associate (mechanical engineering)

Ann Arbor, MI; Chicago, IL; Cincinnati, OH; Columbus, OH; Dayton, OH; Detroit, MI; Groton, CT; Lexington, KY; Louisville, KY; Pittsburgh, PA; Washington, D.C.

Dinsmore is seeking a patent associate in Ann Arbor, MI; Chicago, IL, Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; Columbus, OH; Dayton, OH; Detroit, MI; Groton, CT; Lexington, KY; Louisville, KY; Pittsburgh, PA; or Washington, D.C.  This position requires a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and all experience levels will be considered.  Admission to a state bar and USPTO registration is required.  Successful candidates have strong academic credentials and excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills, as well as a desire to work in a collegial atmosphere with an emphasis on training, significant client contact, and a wide range of work, including patent preparation and prosecution, portfolio management, strategic analysis, and opinion work.

Dinsmore’s IP department includes a group of 100+ intellectual property attorneys in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, Boston, Chicago, Ann Arbor, Detroit, Denver, Groton, Lexington, Louisville, Pittsburgh, San Diego, Tampa, and Washington, D.C. With one of the country’s fastest-growing IP practices, Dinsmore services clients in a wide range of industries around the world.

Please apply in confidence by submitting your cover letter, resume, and law school, graduate or undergraduate transcripts to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

Litigation Associate

Columbus, OH

Dinsmore & Shohl, a prominent national law firm with over 750 attorneys in 31 cities, has an immediate opportunity for a litigation associate in the Columbus, Ohio office. Candidates must have 4-6 years of general commercial litigation experience, including experience preparing and arguing motions, taking depositions, handling complex discovery and ESI, preparing cases for trial, preferably some evidentiary hearing and/or trial experience, and must be well versed in researching and drafting briefs and motions.

All candidates should have a strong academic background and possess excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.  A license to practice in Ohio and familiarity with the Ohio court system is required.

Please send cover letter, resume, and transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.

Litigation Attorney - Tort Practice Group

Tampa, FL

Dinsmore & Shohl, a prominent national law firm with over 750 attorneys in 31 cities, has an immediate opportunity for a litigation attorney in our Tampa, Florida office. Preferred candidates will have a minimum of three years of litigation experience, including experience preparing and arguing motions, taking depositions, handling complex discovery and ESI, and preparing cases for trial. Tort experience is preferred and this is a non-partnership track position. Judicial clerkship experience and familiarity with the Florida court system is a plus. All candidates should have a strong academic background, and possess excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.

A license to practice in Florida is required.

Please send cover letter, resume, and transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.

Patent Agents/Technical Specialists

San Diego, CA

With over 725 lawyers in 29 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking Patent Agents and Technical Specialists to join our rapidly growing and complex intellectual property practice. Opportunities are generally available at any of our office locations; remote work option is also available.

Ideal candidates will possess the following:

Technical Background: We are looking for candidates with degrees in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or Materials Science, as well as relevant technical industry experience. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in computer software, machine learning, and wireless telecommunications experience.


Experience and skillset:

  • 3+ years of active experience with preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
  • Writing samples of patent applications demonstrating ability to describe and depict complex inventions clearly, completely, and with strong legal support for patentability during prosecution
  • Writing samples of patent prosecution demonstrating ability to write persuasively, concisely, and to obtain allowances with clean prosecution records
  • Understanding of current issues in patent law (e.g., subject matter eligibility) and articulable strategies for proactively dealing with such issues
  • Proven ability to timely meet client needs and budgets and internal production targets
  • Proactive communicator; self-starter; active manager of one’s own career.
  • Desire to work in a collegial atmosphere with an emphasis on training and significant client contact

Note: all Patent Agent candidates must have a USPTO registration number and be in good standing with the USPTO.

Dinsmore’s IP Department includes a group of 100+ intellectual property located nationwide. Dinsmore has one of the country’s fastest-growing IP practices, with clients ranging from well-funded start-ups to Fortune 500 companies in a wide range of technical industries around the world.

Salary Range Up to $130,000/yr.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Labor and Employment Associate

San Diego, CA; Los Angeles, CA

Dinsmore & Shohl, a prominent national law firm with over 750 attorneys in 31 cities, has an immediate opportunity available for an employment associate in the Los Angeles and San Diego, CA offices. Candidates must have two - six years of experience. Responsibilities include litigation defense and advising employers on compliance with state and federal employment laws and working on FMLA, ADA, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful discharge, and violation of wage law matters. Experience taking depositions, arguing motions, and preparing cases for trial is preferred.  Qualified candidates can look forward to a practice that will include significant client contact and handling all aspects of complex employment cases for regional and national clients of all sizes. 

A license to practice in California is required. All candidates should have a strong academic background, and possess excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.

Please send cover letter, resume, and transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [email protected].

The base salary range for this position is $150,000 - $210,000. Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience. Benefits offered include: health care, vision, dental, firm paid disability, firm paid life insurance, firm paid travel accident, retirement benefits, parental leave, adoption assistance, unlimited vacation, healthcare and flexible spending accounts, commuter and transit plans, employee assistance program, long term care, pet insurance and a 529 plan.

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.

Business Intake/Conflicts Representative

Cincinnati, OH

With over 725 lawyers in 29 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking a Business Intake/Conflicts Representative at our Cincinnati, OH location. This individual is responsible for all facets of the Firm’s new business intake process.

Responsibilities

  • Search, compile and provide relevant client and matter data to Firm attorneys for the purposes of clearing conflicts of interest
  • Analyze new client and matter intake information for quality and completeness ensuring compliance of the Firm’s client intake policies and procedures while also meeting given time constraints. Accountable for clear communication and prompt follow-up necessary to ensure quality and completeness
  • Submit client and matter information through the Firm’s new client/matter review process
  • Uphold the Firm’s ethical standards, understanding the importance of confidentiality
  • Perform additional duties as assigned as they relate to new business intake or conflicts

Requirements

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook, with the capacity to learn new software quickly
  • Data entry experience, ideally within the medical or legal fields
  • Ability to make effective and accurate decisions while also knowing when to ask questions, think analytically and creatively
  • Possess an extreme attention to detail
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills are necessary
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary
  • Ability to work independently as well as within a team
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills with a positive and helpful customer service attitude
  • Ability to multi task and work on complex tasks in a fast paced dead line driven environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

File Clerk - IP/Trademark

Cincinnati, OH

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking an Intellectual Property File Clerk at our Cincinnati, OH location to support our patent and trademark teams. This position will be responsible for appraising and archiving case-related correspondence, routing information to appropriate parties, and tracking the status and location of files.

Requirements

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Proficient at communicating, both in-person and electronically, and collaborating with remote team members
  • Exhibit adaptability to learn and consistently apply distinct procedures as established by both the firm and our clients
  • Ability to distinguish time-sensitive correspondences, and prioritize the workload accordingly
  • Sound computer skills are mandatory, and experience within a law firm is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Review incoming correspondence from the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) and foreign associates for case-identifying information and match to the appropriate file (both hardcopy and electronic)
  • Retrieve USPTO correspondence from the Patent Application Information Retrieval System (PAIR) and save electronic versions of incoming mail to iManage
  • Route items and files to and from Docketing
  • Maintain record of documents and files as they move between office locations
  • Assist attorneys and staff members with locating physical files

Equal Opportunity Employer

Nurse Paralegal

Cincinnati, OH

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking a Nurse Paralegal at our Cincinnati, OH location.  The position is for a licensed nurse who will consult on all medical aspects of the Firm's medical malpractice, personal injury, tort, and product liability cases in a large firm setting.  The successful candidate will serve as a liaison between medical experts and attorneys, providing explanations and understandings of medical literature and its application to cases.

Responsibilities

  • Provides consultation, research, and investigation of medical records
  • Provides medical record chronology, summary, and/or analysis
  • Researches medical literature for cases
  • Provides anatomy and pathophysiology education to attorneys
  • Analyzes pre-deposition and post-deposition transcript data on expert witnesses
  • Provides pre-trial and trial support for attorneys
  • Investigates potential medical billing irregularities
  • Researches and recommends medical experts
  • Provides data and assistance to medical experts
  • Conducts document reviews
  • Direct contact with clients
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Ability to perform high-quality billable work and record time in accordance with client/firm policy
  • At least 5 years of clinical nursing experience with valid state registered nursing license
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing; Master's degree in nursing, public policy, or similar field preferred
  • Legal Nurse Consultant Certificate (LNCC) preferred
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, growing organization, preferably in the healthcare management or legal, or other professional services industries.
  • Proficient in MS Office applications and able to learn new computer software systems as needed
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Self-directed leader with the ability to build relationships through high levels of professionalism, confidentiality, judgement, and discretion in line with the firm's client service expectations
  • Full understanding of HIPAA compliance; understands and complies with all other related regulatory requirements
  • Ability to build, drive, and maintain team morale

Equal Opportunity Employer

Paralegal - COR/CFB

Bloomington, IN

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking a commercial finance and banking paralegal at its Bloomington, IN location.

THIS IS AN IN-OFFICE POSITION.

This position requires a minimum of three years of experience with commercial transactions. Specific experience with assisting in real estate, construction financing, tax credits, public finance transactions, Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac/FHA lending, affordable housing, and general corporate and transactional work is beneficial.

Requirements

  • College degree, paralegal certificate, and/or relevant work experience
  • High attention to detail and accuracy of work
  • Excel at managing deadlines, multiple work streams, and project status
  • Extensive experience with commercial real estate closings and/or financing transactions, including the preparation of documents for closing (drafting, revising and updating closing checklists, Revisions/Redlines in Word, Preparing and compiling PDF documents, Generating Comparison documents, etc.)
  • Critical review and analysis of commercial real estate due diligence including title, survey, zoning, organizational documents and resolutions
  • Communicating and interfacing directly with title companies, searchers, recorders offices, surveyors, and opposing counsel
  • Work well independently
  • Polished written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to compile closing binders in an organized and efficient manner
  • Ability to manage post-closing recordables
  • Knowledgeable and proficient in DocuSign, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel

Equal Opportunity Employer

Trademark Paralegal

Detroit, MI

With over 750 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking a trademark paralegal at its Troy, MI location. The position will be responsible for providing trademark specific paralegal support to attorneys in the Intellectual Property Department.

Responsibilities

  • Perform high quality, billable work
  • Correspond with foreign associates regarding searching, filing, maintaining, and enforcing trademarks of our clients
  • Conduct preliminary clearance searches through vendor database
  • Conduct research to gather and store information regarding the use of trademarks for enforcement and maintenance
  • Review and revise affidavits/declarations/oppositions to ensure accuracy and completeness of client information
  • Prepare, file, and monitor trademark applications
  • Draft responses to office actions
  • Draft oppositions to applications for conflicting trademarks
  • Draft affidavits of use and file with the USPTO
  • Draft renewal applications
  • Prepare and/or obtain documents for legalization
  • Review and organize files, reviewing docket for deadlines
  • Assist with copyright filings
  • Assist with preparing trademark-related agreements
  • Assist with enforcement matters to defend client trademarks and copyrights

Requirements

  • Must be able to produce high quality, billable work
  • College degree, paralegal certificate, or relevant work experience
  • Three or more years of trademark experience preferred
  • Proficiency with the USPTO’s online tools, including Trademark Electronic Application System (TEAS) and online tools of the Assignment Branch and the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) preferred
  • Domestic and foreign filing experience preferred
  • General knowledge of intellectual property filing and prosecution rules/regulations is required
  • Experience with Anaqua docketing system preferred
  • High attention to detail and accuracy of work
  • Demonstrated ability to work professionally and confidentially with a variety of personalities from all levels of an organization
  • Proven organizational and multi-tasking skills
  • Independent, action-oriented thinker who will successfully undertake and complete projects and major tasks with limited supervision and work with other practice assistants as a team
  • Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence and professionalism
  • Communicate effectively and professionally (verbal and written)
  • Must be dependable and hardworking team player
  • Ability to prioritize work

Equal Opportunity Employer

IP Trademark Docket Clerk

Cincinnati, OH; Dayton, OH; Pittsburgh, PA; Washington, D.C.; Cleveland, OH; Denver, CO; Indianapolis, IN; Chicago, IL

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals. Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our Trademark practice group.  This position may be filled in any state in which Dinsmore has an office.

Responsibilities

  • Review incoming correspondence from the PTO, foreign associates, and clients, as well as internal docketing requests, for newly-imposed deadlines and other docket updates to be entered into the system
  • Build and manipulate database queries to prepare and distribute docket reports
  • Interact with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative assistants to confirm data points and clarify docketing requests
  • Perform docket cleanup pursuant to firm protocol
  • Work with fellow docket clerks and the docketing manager to troubleshoot database discrepancies and identify opportunities for process improvements

Requirements

  • Knowledge and understanding of both domestic and foreign trademark procurement processes
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Exhibit adaptability to learn and consistently apply distinct docketing procedures as established by both the firm and our clients
  • Ability to distinguish time-sensitive correspondences and prioritize the workload accordingly
  • Sound computer skills are mandatory and experience within a law firm is preferred
  • Experience with Computer Packages, Inc. (CPI) web-based application and/or Anaqua is preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

Client Billing Representative

Cincinnati, OH

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking Client Billing Representatives to join our growing Billing Department. This position will be responsible for the daily billing functions including time and cost transfers, write-downs, computer bills, special bills, void/rebills and attorney inquiries.

This position can be located at any of the following office locations: Cincinnati, OH, Dayton, OH, Louisville, KY, Lexington, KY, Charleston, WV, Huntington, WV, Morgantown, WV

Responsibilities

  • Coordinates all aspects of billing for assigned attorneys and clients in accordance with Firm policies and procedures.
  • Coordinates all aspects of electronic billing through client electronic billing sites and E-billing Hub as required by clients.
  • Reviews, edits and processes pre-bills.
  • Reviews pre-bills to ensure accurate application of retainers, on account expenses, on account fees, unapplied and trust funds.
  • Perform various reconciliation and monitoring adjustments to ensure final invoice to client is accurate. Includes write offs, rate overrides, etc.
  • Communicates with billing attorneys and/or secretaries regarding billing matters.
  • Prepares final invoices for transmittal to clients.
  • Prints computer bills and provides secretaries with PDF copy.
  • Maintain and disseminate information on special client time reporting and billing requirements as needed.
  • Manage high volume of emails and calls pertaining to legal billing.
  • Provide first level of billing system technical support to Firm attorneys and support staff.
  • Maintains accurate and complete documentation of billing changes for audit trail. Scans related documents into CMS as needed.
  • Prepares ad hoc billing reports upon request from billing attorney.
  • Performs additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 1 year of billing experience
  • High school diploma is required
  • Legal billing experience preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

Marketing Technology Manager

Cincinnati, OH

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

THIS POSITION CAN BE LOCATED IN ANY ONE OF DINSMORE'S LOCATIONS

Dinsmore is seeking a Marketing Technology Manager to manage and support the development of marketing technology tools and systems that meet the needs of the firm. This includes working collaboratively with many departments across the firm, including IT, Human Resources, and Finance/Accounting, to ensure the systems and processes are appropriately serving the firm. The Marketing Technology Manager will also apply proven communication and problem-solving skills to guide and assist the firm on issues related to the design, development, deployment and adoption of the firm's marketing technologies which are critical to business operations. It is essential to this role that the Manager demonstrates technical proficiency while also understanding the marketing side and can see the intersection of those two areas.

In addition, the Manager will be expected to serve as the liaison between the Business Development and Marketing (BDM) team and the IT department, and the Manager will be expected to effectively communicate the needs of each group. This position will also oversee various business development tools including the firm’s website, proposal database, email marketing (Concep), CRM (InterAction) and other analytics.

Strategy & Planning

  • Serve as lead application manager for the firm's CRM (InterAction) and Concep across the firm's national platform, working in close cooperation with BDM and IT team members.
  • Advise on best practices and support training and rollout of marketing systems.
  • Liaise with network administrators and software engineers to assist with quality assurance, program logic and data processing.
  • Research and propose innovative and cost-effective solutions.
  • Lead new projects while simultaneously maintaining and improving ongoing marketing systems.

Business Development/Marketing

  • Oversee and direct the firm's CRM system, including upgrades, utilizations, use for pipeline tracking and training.
  • Oversee and manage the firm’s website
  • Understand, evaluate and recommend new ways that technology can improve the firm's marketing function and contribute to the firm's business development goals. Work closely with internal cross-departmental teams and external vendors to manage the development, implementation, and integration of approved new requirements to the firm's marketing systems.
  • Provide solutions and recommendations for best practices and processes involving current technology to aid various marketing and business development projects and objectives.
  • Create, customize and maintain reports to assist in analyzing ROI on business development and marketing efforts, including mailings and events.

Data Quality

  • Ensure the integrity of the data in the firm's CRM system is maintained.
  • Ensure ongoing data and list quality through analysis, research, and validation to firm standards.
  • Perform initial and on-going data quality cleaning and tasks.
  • Develop and implement data maintenance plans and best practices to monitor the integrity of the data utilized in mass mailings and manage the planning and execution for the firm's various marketing business development projects.

Training

  • Be a resource to attorneys, practice group leaders and the BDM team to design efficient and effective use of CRM by individuals and groups.
  • Oversight of InterAction database and Concep training and onboarding for new and current users.
  • Create and maintain all marketing technology training and reference materials.
  • Serve as the primary technical/functionality troubleshooting contact for marketing technologies.

Desired Skills and Experience

  • 5-7 years of experience working with marketing technology in a professional services environment.
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field.
  • Significant experience with CRM and email marketing systems and related integration and reporting features.
  • Experience working with a Content Management System (CMS) and managing website content.
  • Strong sense of initiative in seeking out new technologies that have potential to be used as effective marketing tools.
  • Highly motivated self-starter who is able to manage multiple project simultaneously.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with lawyers, business professionals and direct reports.
  • Project team management experience.
  • Experience working independently, as well as within cross-functional teams, in a collaborative and professional environment.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Business Development & Marketing Coordinator

Cincinnati, OH

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking a motivated Business Development and Marketing Coordinator who wants an entry level position in a dynamic team with an opportunity to grow their career. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, keen to learn and able to think critically. The role will provide support for a range of activities undertaken by the team, including assistance with client programs and client reporting, business development pitches and presentations, engagement with audiences on social media, events and maintaining the firm’s website. Training in the use of reporting and customer relationship management tools and a range of other skills will be provided.

This is a hands-on position requiring proactive, reliable and time effective services. The role requires a highly organized, detail oriented individual with excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong client service orientation and an interest in business issues.

Responsibilities

  • Assisting with content for the firm’s website, social media posts and other campaigns, including posting images and events on the website
  • Researching current clients and future targets to support efforts to win work, and generating reports using research tools
  • Assistance with mailing lists, data change management and targeting for client development initiatives
  • Assisting with the creation of marketing collateral
  • Working with the media team to edit, format and send client alerts
  • Assisting with the creation and editing of external presentations for events, sponsorships, conferences and client presentations. Working with the events team to produce invitations for events and assisting with their distribution
  • Providing on-the-ground assistance with major events, as required
  • Working with the proposals team to ensure that content used in proposals is kept updated
  • Scheduling, processing and uploading attorney photographs
  • Managing the distribution of sports and entertainment related tickets
  • Other duties as required to support the work of the team

Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications or Marketing or equivalent work experience
  • Good judgment and an ability to make well-reasoned independent decisions
  • Good listening, written and verbal communications skills
  • Capable of fully implementing projects to completion
  • Self-starter with high levels of initiative, proactivity and drive

Equal Opportunity Employer

GRC Analyst

Cincinnati, OH

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking a GRC Analyst at its Cincinnati, OH location.

The GRC Analyst is responsible for assisting in implementing and maintaining processes, policies and controls to ensure the Firm is compliant with regulatory, contractual and business requirements for operational risk considerations. Responsibilities include investigation of existing processes and work flows to identify areas of the business where process improvement can be applied to reduce risk and help the business meet intended goals, as well as supporting daily processes of programs designed to reduce risk.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in ongoing development, documentation and maintenance as well as execution of day to day Vendor Risk Management Program activities
  • Support lifecycle management of vendor relationships and projects including processes for vendor identification, vendor risk assessments, contract execution, account & performance management, and termination
  • Work with internal stakeholders and external contacts to collect due diligence documentation from third-parties and ensure escalation of potential issues as they arise
  • Participate in the maintenance of the Firm Risk Register
  • Work together with other organizational business units in holistically addressing Firm risk goals
  • Maintain existing Governance Risk and Compliance tools
  • Participate in internal and external compliance reviews and requests for mutually approved artifacts
  • Monitor and support standardized internal processes to ensure processes are consistent with overall operational risk management goals
  • Participate in Privacy Programming initiatives
  • Execute defined audit and compliance activities that address privacy and risk
  • Maintain working knowledge of various compliance needs and changes in various industries
  • Participate in improvements to the Firm’s risk program based on knowledge and practical application of industry best practices, including but not limited to risk assessments, compliance, and monitoring tools and programs
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent
  • Must possess understanding of process, risk and governance
  • Legal or law Firm background a plus
  • Process development and/or auditing background preferred
  • Working knowledge of various regulatory compliance standards preferred
  • Privacy regulation knowledge preferred
  • Experience with Vendor Risk Management programs preferred
  • Well-developed organizational skills with the ability to maintain multiple projects and tasks
  • Aptitude for establishing and successfully socializing new programs and initiatives
  • Passion for learning and growth
  • Ability to build effective working relationships to promote cooperation and inspire confidence to meet goals and achieve deliverables
  • High degree of initiative and dependability
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem solving skills
  • Proven record of executing projects and providing necessary follow through
  • Ability to set goals and prioritize tasks
  • High attention to detail with strong planning, project management and organizational skills
  • Desire to explore, learn and apply new technologies independently and provide subject matter expertise in all areas of responsibility
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer

Application Support Specialist

Cincinnati, OH

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION, AND WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP.

Dinsmore is seeking an Application Support Specialist at our Cincinnati, OH location.

The Application Support Specialist position is to provide technical support for the firm's desktop, server applications, related technology with Dinsmore & Shohl LLP.  The role includes maintaining, analyzing, troubleshooting, and repairing software related issues. This includes, but is not limited to, support for all firm approved premise and cloud based software this position reports to the IT Manager.

Responsibilities

  • Become subject matter expert on core applications as well as trend and recommend associated upgrade paths.  Current applications include, but not limited to:  Microsoft Office, iManage, LegalBar, Docket Enterprise, and Interaction
  • Identifies skill gaps of practice areas or specific users by analyzing workflows and user requests in order to identify how technology can deliver more efficient solutions. Training benefits
  • Participates in the evaluation, testing, and quality assurance of new software applications and updates
  • Help translates business specifications to requirements documentation for new or existing technology
  • Participate in the design, documentation, implementation and training of technology-based workflow to support client and practice group needs
  • Research and recommend technology solutions for specific practice areas
  • Coordinate with other areas/departments where overlap exists to develop efficient procedures to streamline and satisfy practice area needs
  • Support adherence to firm standards and use of firm-supported hardware and software
  • Study existing products, new products, and technologies to obtain an advanced level of knowledge
  • Provide escalated coverage of the Help Desk and backup support to other team members as necessary
  • Travel as needed to various offices to participate in either training or new project initiatives
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years of related duties and responsibilities; prior law firm background preferred
  • Expert level or the ability to readily achieve expert level in support of Microsoft products within our environment.  This includes having an expert understanding of implemented application integration within the Microsoft environment.
  • Ability to proactively monitor ticketing logs from the help desk to trend issues that require long term resolution
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and constructively with employees, supervisors, and management in a team environment
  • Ability to handle multiple ongoing projects while meeting deadlines and keeping supervisor notified of progress or conflicts
  • Ability to interact with users and vendors in a manner that builds confidence and acceptance of MIS personnel by responding to production problems in accordance with priority
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrate ongoing desire to learn new technologies and provide subject matter expertise in areas of responsibilities
  • Ability to work extended hours, nights, and weekends when necessary
  • Contribute to projects in conjunction with co-workers and/or outside contractors and vendors
  • Ability to communicate and document comprehensive technical issues for a non-technical audience in a professional manner
  • Self-motivated and able to accomplish tasks with minimal supervision

Equal Opportunity Employer

Desktop Technician

Columbus, OH

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED AT OUR COLUMBUS, OH OFFICE, AND IS AN IN-OFFICE POSITION

Dinsmore is seeking a Desktop Technician to provide technical support for the firm's computer systems, applications, and related technology at the firm’s Columbus, Ohio office and other assigned offices.  The role includes maintaining, analyzing, troubleshooting, and repairing computer hardware, software, and peripherals. This includes, but is not limited to, support for firm approved desktops, laptops, peripheral equipment, mobile devices, video-conferencing equipment, network, and software. The Desktop Technician reports to the IT Director.  Travel to other offices will be required.

Responsibilities

  • Document, maintain, upgrade, or replace hardware and software systems according to the firm's policies and procedures
  • Facilitate escalation of problems, issues, and requests to other IT department roles as necessary
  • Participate in and contribute to various IT department projects and initiatives
  • Maintain positive contact with attorneys, staff, and clients and observe confidentiality in all firm and client matters
  • Troubleshoot problems associated with any PC hardware, software, peripherals, and network connectivity; determine necessary repair, modifications, and testing of such systems
  • Monitor incoming helpdesk ticket queues.  Ticket and issue triage, resolution and escalation if required
  • Desktop/laptop imaging, installation and moves; performing system setup procedures on desktop/laptop for end-user; performing configuration changes and software installs
  • Provide physical inventory of desktops, laptops, monitors, printers, and related equipment.
  • Make inventory recommendations/purchases as assigned
  • Be familiar with and able to troubleshoot mobile devices and related wireless technologies.
  • Be familiar with and able to support applications including Outlook, Exchange, Office products, and firm specific applications
  • Be familiar with and able to support basic networking issues
  • Communicate effectively, including clearly express ideas/opinions, use appropriate, and effective communication methods, deal with firm employees and clients openly and honestly, be receptive and attentive to communication/feedback from firm employees and clients
  • Be present and prepared for work as scheduled, use time off policies appropriately, and schedule lunch and breaks according to department needs
  • Utilize firm procedures and resources appropriately to ensure efficient delivery of work product
  • Perform other duties, responsibilities, and/or special projects as assigned

Requirements

  • Experience troubleshooting basic desktop and laptop hardware, network, software, and printing problems
  • Experience imaging systems on both desktop and laptop PCs
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience supporting hardware and Windows operating systems
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience supporting Microsoft applications, including Outlook, Exchange, Office products, and firm specific applications
  • Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate and provide information with courtesy and tact
  • Ability to transport, install, and maintain equipment, including computers, printers, and monitors, including the occasional transportation of devices in excess of 50 lbs, lying, stooping, and bending to fully install various pieces of equipment
  • Demonstrate teamwork by engaging in discussions with co-workers and promote a team environment where co-workers can collaborate to provide effective problem resolution
  • Ability to travel independently
  • Actively look for opportunities to help others to provide a balanced workload
  • Demonstrate initiative by contributing new ideas, being self-motivated, and obtaining/maintaining a working knowledge of relevant areas
  • Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to adjust to changes in job requirements and scheduling
  • Demonstrate organizational skills and effective use of time
  • Plan and prioritize daily work and managing time to ensure work is timely and efficiently completed

Equal Opportunity Employer

Desktop Technician

Cincinnati, OH

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking a Desktop Technician at our Cincinnati, OH location.

THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION, AND SPONSORSHIPS ARE NOT OFFERED.

The Desktop Technician position provides technical support for the firm's computer systems, applications, and related technology with Dinsmore & Shohl LLP.  The role includes maintaining, analyzing, troubleshooting, and repairing computer hardware, software, and peripherals. This includes, but is not limited to, support for all firm approved desktops, laptops, peripheral equipment, mobile devices, video-conferencing equipment, network, and software.

Responsibilities

  • Document, maintain, upgrade, or replace hardware and software systems according to the firm's policies and procedures
  • Facilitate escalation of problems, issues, and requests to other IT department roles as necessary
  • Participate in and contribute to various IT department projects and initiatives
  • Maintain positive contact with attorneys, staff, and clients and observe confidentiality in all firm and client matters
  • Troubleshoot problems associated with any PC hardware, software, peripherals, and network connectivity; determine necessary repair, modifications, and testing of such systems
  • Monitor incoming helpdesk ticket queues.  Ticket and issue triage, resolution and escalation if required
  • Desktop/laptop imaging, installation and moves; performing system setup procedures on desktop/laptop for end-user; performing configuration changes and software installs
  • Provide physical inventory of desktops, laptops, monitors, printers, and related equipment.
  • Make inventory recommendations/purchases as assigned
  • Be familiar with and able to troubleshoot mobile devices and related wireless technologies.
  • Be familiar with and able to support applications including Outlook, Exchange, Office products, and firm specific applications
  • Be familiar with and able to support basic networking issues
  • Communicate effectively, including clearly express ideas/opinions, use appropriate, and effective communication methods, deal with firm employees and clients openly and honestly, be receptive and attentive to communication/feedback from firm employees and clients
  • Be present and prepared for work as scheduled, use time off policies appropriately, and schedule lunch and breaks according to department needs
  • Utilize firm procedures and resources appropriately to ensure efficient delivery of work product
  • Perform other duties, responsibilities, and/or special projects as assigned

Requirements

  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university or equivalent experience
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience troubleshooting basic desktop and laptop hardware, network, software, and printing problems
  • Experience imaging systems on both desktop and laptop PCs
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience supporting hardware and Windows operating systems
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience supporting Microsoft applications, including Outlook, Exchange, Office products, and firm specific applications
  • Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate and provide information with courtesy and tact
  • Ability to transport, install, and maintain equipment, including computers, printers, and monitors, including the occasional transportation of devices in excess of 50 lbs, lying, stooping, and bending to fully install various pieces of equipment
  • Demonstrate teamwork by engaging in discussions with co-workers and promote a team environment where co-workers can collaborate to provide effective problem resolution
  • Ability to travel independently
  • Actively look for opportunities to help others to provide a balanced workload
  • Demonstrate initiative by contributing new ideas, being self-motivated, and obtaining/maintaining a working knowledge of relevant areas
  • Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to adjust to changes in job requirements and scheduling
  • Demonstrate organizational skills and effective use of time
  • Plan and prioritize daily work and managing time to ensure work is timely and efficiently completed

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jr. Web Application Developer

Cincinnati, OH

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking a Jr. Web Application Developer at our Cincinnati, OH location.

The Web Application Developer is responsible for developing and maintaining web applications within Dinsmore & Shohl's development team.  The Web Application Developer strives to ensure applications meet the business requirements established for any specific development projects.  The Web Application Developer reports to the Director of Data & Digital Services.

Responsibilities

  • Understand and resolve issues with existing applications
  • Troubleshoot issues not only in code but at every step involved in the application including Browser, Web Server (IIS), code and Database
  • Work with various project members to determine requirements for new applications
  • Author complex web applications in Visual Studio.Net using the most current technologies
  • Utilize SQL queries/stored procedures to manipulate stored data
  • Evaluate 3rd party code and applications and integrate those into a solution where appropriate using firm's infrastructure and technology partners
  • Test and deploy developed solutions
  • Identify and escalate technical issues; take corrective actions to ensure long term resolution
  • Identity opportunities for improvement within the firm's infrastructure and technology
  • Stay current on technology trends and make recommendations for upgrade paths of existing technologies
  • Prepare and maintain high level system documentation
  • Maintains positive contact with firm personnel and clients
  • Observes confidentiality in all firm and client matters
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Good written and oral communication skills
  • Minimum three years development experience
  • Possess a combination of formal education and technical educational track
  • Knowledge of legal environment and applications a plus
  • Be a contributing member in a team-oriented environment
  • Have a good working knowledge of object oriented concepts and application design principles
  • Ability to communicate with management and end users in a non technical manner
  • Ability to develop using Microsoft Visual Studio.Net, C#, Java, Object Orientated Design, .Net Core, MVC
  • Ability to understand and modify existing code in HTML, ASP, and ASP.Net 1.1, VB.Net, JSON
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Operating Systems, specifically with IIS and Log Files
  • Knowledge of Microsoft SQL server, the ability to write SQL queries and use Enterprise Manager/Management Studio
  • Knowledge of Microsoft TFS/Azure DevOps

Equal Opportunity Employer

Project Assistant

Miami, FL

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking a Project Assistant at its Miami, FL location.  The Project Assistant will be joining the Litigation Department and will be responsible for the successful organization, tracking and maintenance of various projects within the department with a focus on subpoena processing.

Responsibilities

  • Receive and process subpoena requests from attorneys or court officials
  • Ensure that subpoenas are issued correctly in accordance with applicable local court rules
  • Track and manage the service of subpoenas to individuals or organizations
  • Coordinate with process servers or law enforcement officers responsible for serving subpoenas
  • Maintain accurate records of subpoena issuance and service
  • Respond to inquiries from attorneys, parties involved in legal proceedings, or members of the public regarding subpoenas
  • Assist in the preparation of documents related to subpoena enforcement or compliance
  • Assist the department with various projects, hand deliveries, and miscellaneous requests
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Two years of assistant or paralegal experience
  • Prior experience with the subpoena preparation process, preferred
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Knowledge of federal and state rules of civil procedure
  • Ability to maintain and manage databases and create reports
  • Highly developed communication skills
  • Self-starter and comfortable working in a fast-paced team/collaborative environment to problem-solve and implement process improvements
  • Flexible and adaptive to a dynamic work environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

Indianapolis, IN

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking a full-time Paralegal at our Indianapolis, IN location who will support multiple attorneys in the Commercial Real Estate practice group.

Responsibilities

  • Reviewing surveys, title commitments and exception documents
  • Preparing documents relating to a variety of real estate, loan and construction matters, based on consultation with business clients and review by attorneys, including but not limited to agreements, leases, loan documents, and standard construction contracts
  • Preparing ancillary real estate transaction documents such as escrow instructions, deeds, easements, owner’s affidavits, closing certificates, entitlements, etc.
  • Providing general assistance in real estate, lending, construction and leasing transactions
  • Proof reading legal documents to ensure accuracy and consistency
  • Analyzing and summarizing documents, zoning ordinances and statutes for review by attorneys
  • Working closely with attorneys to resolve a variety of day-to-day issues, and supporting a broad range of commercial transactions and projects
  • Performing legal due diligence
  • Multi-tasking and prioritizing work assignments to consistently provide high-quality work product within stated deadlines

Requirements

  • College degree, paralegal certificate, or relevant work experience
  • 3-5 years as a real estate paralegal, strongly preferred
  • Ability to perform high quality, billable work
  • Proficiency with government and regulatory online tools
  • High attention to detail and accuracy of work
  • Superior verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work professionally and confidentially with a variety of personalities from all levels of an organization
  • Proven organizational and multi-tasking skills
  • Independent, action-oriented thinker who will successfully undertake and complete projects and major tasks with limited supervision and work with other personnel as a team
  • Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence and professionalism
  • Must be dependable and hardworking team player
  • Ability to prioritize work

Equal Opportunity Employer

Legal Administrative Assistant - LIT/CML

Boston, MA

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant who will support multiple attorneys and/or paralegals in the area of Commercial Litigation at our Boston, MA location.

Responsibilities

  • File and client management, formatting, proofreading and editing of documents, online filings, time entry, expense reimbursements, travel arrangements and other administrative support. We seek candidates that are self-directed, high energy, and have advanced computer skills.

Requirements

  • Solid work history including 3-5 recent years providing administrative support in the litigation practice area
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff including attorneys, paralegals and other assistants throughout the Firm
  • Intermediate to advanced-level use of Microsoft Office Suite, .pdf editing software, and related legal software
  • Experience with E-filing (federal and state)
  • Experience using timekeeping software and document management systems
  • Excellent writing, grammar, proofreading skills, and meticulous attention to detail
  • Possess strong organizational and time management skills, with a keen ability to multi-task
  • Proven success as a positive team player, as well as an independent worker
  • Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Legal Administrative Assistant - LIT/CML

Tampa, FL

With over 725 lawyers in 31 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant who will support multiple attorneys with complex commercial litigation, commercial transactions, torts, and product liability matters at our Tampa, FL location.

Responsibilities

  • Filings, client management, billing, time entry, formatting, proofreading and editing of documents, travel arrangements, and other legal assistant functions. We seek candidates who are self-directed, high energy, and have advanced computer skills.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience with litigation support
  • Ability to manage billing for assigned attorneys (time entry, pre-bills, invoicing)
  • Strong experience calendaring litigation deadlines
  • Working knowledge and understanding of state and federal court rules and procedures
  • Filing/e-filing experience in state and federal courts, ECF, and Pacer
  • Experience using attorney timekeeping software and document management systems
  • Experience and proficiency using MS Office Suite
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines
  • Excellent writing, grammar, proofreading skills, and meticulous attention to detail
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Proven success as a positive team player, as well as a proactive, independent worker
  • Ability to excel in a fast paced environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Legal Administrative Assistant - IPR/IPP

Cincinnati, OH

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant at our Cincinnati, OH location who will support multiple attorneys/paralegals in connection with Intellectual Property/Patent Prosecution work.

Responsibilities

  • Preparing and electronically filing patent applications, amendments, appeals, assignments and other documents related to prosecution, docket management, client communication, billing, formatting, proofreading, and editing of contracts, spreadsheets, and other reports and transaction-related documents, and other legal support functions. We seek candidates that are self-directed, highly motivated, organized, have an ability to maintain a large docket, and have advanced computer skills.

Requirements

  • Solid work history including 3-5 years supporting multiple attorneys/paralegals Excellent writing, grammar, proofreading skills, and meticulous attention to detail
  • Excellent word processing skills and intermediate-level use of Microsoft Office Suite, .pdf editing software, and related legal software, including electronic document management systems. iManage/FileSite and Anaqua a plus
  • Familiarity with basic online resources
  • Possess strong organizational and time management skills, and ability to multi-task
  • Proven success as a positive team player, as well as an independent worker
  • Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience in patent prosecution and transactional work
  • Experience with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, including PatentCenter
  • Overall knowledge and understanding of domestic and foreign procurement process for patents and trademarks
  • Ability to review and communicate docket to attorneys/paralegals, and effectively report to several professionals

Equal Opportunity Employer

Legal Administrative Assistant - IPR/IPP

Pittsburgh, PA

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking an IP Legal Administrative Assistant at our Pittsburgh, PA location who will support multiple attorneys/paralegals in connection with Intellectual Property/Patent Prosecution work.

THIS IS NOT A FULLY REMOTE POSITION.

Responsibilities

Preparing and electronically filing patent applications, amendments, appeals, assignments and other documents related to prosecution. Docket management; client communication; billing; formatting, proofreading, and editing of contracts, spreadsheets, and other reports and transaction-related documents; and other legal support functions. We seek candidates that are self-directed, highly motivated, organized, have an ability to maintain a large docket, and have advanced computer skills.

Requirements

  • Excellent writing, grammar, proofreading skills, and meticulous attention to detail
  • Excellent word processing skills and intermediate-level use of Microsoft Office Suite, .pdf editing software, and related legal software, including electronic document management systems. iManage/FileSite and Anaqua a plus
  • Familiarity with basic online resources
  • Possess strong organizational and time management skills, and ability to multi-task
  • Proven success as a positive team player, as well as an independent worker
  • Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment
  • Solid work history including 3-5 years supporting multiple attorneys/paralegals
  • Experience in patent prosecution and transactional work
  • Experience with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, including PatentCenter
  • Overall knowledge and understanding of domestic and foreign procurement process for patents and trademarks
  • Ability to review and communicate docket to attorneys/paralegals, and effectively report to several professionals

Equal Opportunity Employer

Legal Administrative Assistant - Immigration

Cincinnati, OH

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant at our Cincinnati, OH location who will support the Immigration practice group.  We seek candidates that are self-directed, high energy, and advanced computer skills are a must.

Responsibilities

  • Duties include but are not limited to drafting correspondence, preparation and filing of immigration cases, file maintenance, travel arrangements, expense reports, time entry, review and editing of prebills, and maintaining attorney calendars

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in legal support
  • Strong experience calendaring deadlines
  • Ideal candidate will have working knowledge and understanding of Federal immigration rules and procedures
  • Experience with filing at USCIS Service Centers and Federal e-filing systems (e.g. FLAG, PERM, and USCIS)
  • Experience using attorney timekeeping software and document management systems
  • Must have experience and proficiency using MS Office Suite
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines
  • Excellent writing, grammar, proofreading skills, and meticulous attention to detail
  • Possess strong organizational and time management skills
  • Proven success as a positive team player, as well as an independent worker
  • Ability to excel in a fast paced environment
  • Ability to type 65 WPM

Equal Opportunity Employer

Trademark Legal Administrative Assistant - IPR/IPT

Cincinnati, OH; Columbus, OH; Dayton, OH; Lexington, KY; Louisville, KY; Pittsburgh, PA; Washington, D.C.; Chicago, IL

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

THIS POSITION CAN BE LOCATED ANYWHERE DINSMORE HAS AN OFFICE LOCATION

Dinsmore is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant who will support multiple attorneys/paralegals primarily in connection with Patent Opinion and Prosecution and all phases of Trademark Protection and Enforcement.  We seek candidates that are self-directed, highly motivated, and have advanced computer skills.

Responsibilities

Electronic filings; client communication; billing; formatting, proofreading, and editing of contracts, spreadsheets, and other reports and transaction-related documents; docket management; travel arrangements, time entry; online research; and other legal support functions.

Requirements

  • Experience with litigation support
  • Excellent writing, grammar, proofreading skills, and meticulous attention to detail
  • Excellent word processing skills and intermediate-level use of Microsoft Office Suite, .pdf editing software, and related legal software, including attorney timekeeping software and electronic document management systems
  • Possess strong organizational and time management skills
  • Proven success as a positive team player, as well as an independent worker
  • Ability to excel in a fast paced environment
  • Solid work history including 3-5 years supporting multiple attorneys/paralegals.
  • Experience in patent, trademark and copyright clearance, prosecution and transactional work
  • Experience with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
  • Working knowledge and understanding of domestic and foreign procurement process for patents and trademarks
  • Ability to review and communicate docket to attorneys/paralegals, and effectively report to several professionals

Equal Opportunity Employer

Legal Administrative Assistant - LIT/CML

Denver, CO

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to support multiple timekeepers at our Denver, CO location in the area of commercial litigation. The ideal candidate will be highly skilled, detail oriented, flexible, and have the ability to prioritize a busy workload.  Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills are required.

Responsibilities

  • Drafting correspondence, editing and filing pleadings with state and federal courts, scheduling depositions, maintaining attorney calendars and files, making travel arrangements, creating and maintaining accurate expense reports and time entry, and reviewing and editing of prebills.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience with litigation support
  • Strong experience calendaring litigation deadlines
  • Working knowledge and understanding of state and federal court rules and procedures
  • Filing/e-filing experience in state and federal courts, ECF, and Pacer
  • Experience using attorney timekeeping software and document management systems
  • Must have experience and proficiency using MS Office Suite
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines
  • Excellent writing, grammar, proofreading skills, and meticulous attention to detail
  • Possess strong organizational and time management skills
  • Proven success as a positive team player, as well as an independent worker
  • Ability to excel in a fast paced environment
  • Ability to type 65 WPM

Salary

  • Up to 80k

Equal Opportunity Employer

Legal Administrative Assistant - COR/BSR

Lexington, KY

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant who will support multiple attorneys in the areas of Business Restructuring and Commercial Litigation at our Lexington, KY location. We are willing to train the right person for the position who meets the requirements listed below:

Responsibilities

  • File and client management, formatting, proofreading and editing documents, online filings, expense reimbursement processing, travel arrangements and other administrative support.

Requirements

  • Intermediate to advanced-level use of Microsoft Office Suite software and .pdf editing software
  • Excellent writing, grammar and proofreading skills with meticulous attention to detail
  • Possess strong organizational and time management skills
  • Proven success as a positive team player, as well as an independent worker
  • Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment
  • Self-directed, high energy, and have advanced computer skills.
  • Solid work history providing administrative support, and effectively reporting to multiple attorneys/supervisors
  • Ability to communicate effectively

Preferred, but not required

  • Knowledge of the bankruptcy process
  • Understanding of federal, state and local rules of civil procedure
  • Experience with Bestcase & QuickBooks
  • Experience drafting pleadings; Drafting & filing proof of claims
  • Exposure to Litigation law in Kentucky for 3 years or more
  • Experience with E-filing (federal and state)
  • Experience using document management systems (iManage, a plus)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Legal Administrative Assistant - IPR/IPP

San Diego, CA

With over 725 lawyers in 32 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.

Dinsmore is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant at our San Diego, CA location or remote in Seattle, WA who will support multiple attorneys/paralegals in connection with Intellectual Property/Patent Prosecution work.  

Responsibilities

  • Preparing and electronically filing patent applications, amendments, appeals, assignments and other documents related to prosecution.
  • Docket management; client communication; billing; formatting, proofreading, and editing of contracts, spreadsheets, and other reports and transaction-related documents; and other legal support functions.

Requirements

  • Excellent writing, grammar, proofreading skills, and meticulous attention to detail
  • Excellent word processing skills and intermediate-level use of Microsoft Office Suite, .pdf editing software, and related legal software, including electronic document management systems. iManage/FileSite and Anaqua a plus
  • Familiarity with basic online resources
  • Possess strong organizational and time management skills, and ability to multi-task
  • Proven success as a positive team player, as well as an independent worker
  • Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment
  • Solid work history including 3-5 years supporting multiple attorneys/paralegals
  • Experience in patent prosecution and transactional work
  • Experience with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, including PAIR and EFS
  • Overall knowledge and understanding of domestic and foreign procurement process for patents and trademarks
  • Ability to review and communicate docket to attorneys/paralegals, and effectively report to several professionals

Salary:  Up to 90k

Equal Opportunity Employer