What background education is needed to work as a patent secretary at a law firm?

Question

What background education is needed to work as a patent secretary at a law firm?

Answer 1

Typically you need a high school education with mastery of MS Office, excellent typing skills, ability to take dictation, good organizational skills and experience in legal secretarial work.  However, as the job market is really tight, there are probably many people competing for the job with more extensive credentials.

Answer 2

depends what type of law firm (big or small) and if you are doing litigation. usually you need to have a high school diploma/GED, good typing skills, ability to take dictation, good computer skills, communication skills and common sense. some firms may require a background in patent law, such as basic knowledge with filing paperwork with courts etc. if you are doing litigation, a knowledge on how to format the typing of pleadings etc. usually typing and computer skills are very important.

Answer 3

A Bachelors degree in paralegal studies. Try to do an internship whille you are in school.