Senior IP Paralegal

Min 5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Thorough knowledge of patent prosecution practice in foreign countries is preferred
Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat
Proficient in the use of internet research tools and electronic filing systems
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to work overtime as needed
Ability to travel as required

Salary

The salary for this position is $60,000 - $80,000 per year, depending on experience.

# Senior IP Paralegal

## Overview
The Senior IP Paralegal is responsible for managing client portfolios, including all filings and correspondence for both US, PCT, and foreign prosecution of assigned clients. This entails creating, revising, and filing of all prosecution documents in US and PCT applications, corresponding with foreign associates regarding all aspects of foreign prosecution, and timely reporting of official correspondence concerning the same. The position requires excellent attention to detail, strong organizational and prioritization skills, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be highly adaptable, proactive, and have a high level of analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. A strong working knowledge of Microsoft products and comfort level with technology are essential. The ability to work both independently and in a team environment is a must. Strong customer service orientation and oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with all tiers of personnel and clients are integral.

## Responsibilities
- Support various law firm attorneys to provide excellent service to clients
- Prepare and file, or instruct, on all aspects of US, PCT, and foreign prosecution
- Draft formality documents, attend to document legalization (where necessary), comply with priority document requirements
- Review and maintain a docket of associated deadlines of assigned clients
- Timely report official communications to the client and foreign associates
- Consistently achieve 1500 billable hour requirement (including approved non-billable time)
- Perform additional duties as assigned

## Qualifications
- Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in international, PCT, and US prosecution required
- Must have a high school diploma (or equivalent); college degree and/or a paralegal certificate from a school approved by the ABA is preferred
- If residing in California must meet requirements to be a Paralegal as defined by the State of California
- Thorough knowledge of patent procedural requirements of USPTO practices required
- Thorough knowledge of patent prosecution practice in foreign countries is preferred
- Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat
- Proficient in the use of internet research tools and electronic filing systems
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work overtime as needed
- Ability to travel as required

## Salary
The salary for this position is $60,000 - $80,000 per year, depending on experience.

A Senior IP Paralegal is a highly specialized role that requires an in-depth knowledge of international, PCT, and US prosecution processes, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining excellent attention to detail. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in international, PCT, and US prosecution, as well as a high school diploma (or equivalent). It is preferred that candidates have a college degree and/or a paralegal certificate from an ABA approved school. Additionally, the candidate must be proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat, and have a thorough knowledge of patent procedural requirements of USPTO practices.

The Senior IP Paralegal will be responsible for managing client portfolios, including all filings and correspondence for both US, PCT, and foreign prosecution of assigned clients. This entails creating, revising, and filing of all prosecution documents in US and PCT applications, corresponding with foreign associates regarding all aspects of foreign prosecution, and timely reporting of official correspondence concerning the same. The position also requires the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Strong customer service orientation and oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with all tiers of personnel and clients are integral.

The salary for this position is $60,000 - $80,000 per year, depending on experience.

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Client portfolio management, US, PCT, and foreign prosecution, drafting formality documents, docketing, legal document review, communication, organization

High school diploma or equivalent, preferred college degree or paralegal certificate

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter through our online application process

Qualification and Experience High school diploma or equivalent, preferred college degree or paralegal certificate from ABA-approved school

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