Patent Specialist

Min 2 yrs required

Full-time

No

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Faegre Drinker is a law firm that values its people and is committed to investing in their success. We are looking for a talented and service-focused Patent Specialist to join our Intellectual Property team in our downtown Indianapolis, Chicago, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, or Fort Wayne offices. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic team and provide high-level service to both internal and external clients. This position involves both billable and value-added firm investment work.

What you'll do:

Provide overall support for all aspects of portfolio management
Assist in filing US, PCT and foreign regional patent applications and responses
Participate in patent filing strategy discussions and due diligence
Manage client and attorney dockets to ensure timely deadlines
Handle work related to ongoing US and foreign procedures and other activities
Complete special projects and other duties as assigned

What we expect:

Ability to problem-solve and make decisions in a deadline-driven environment
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Willingness to be flexible and adapt to changing work environments
Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks effectively
Ability to maintain confidentiality and build positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with electronic filing procedures
Familiarity with US and PCT patent rules and procedures, as well as national laws and applicable deadlines (preferred)
Willingness to bill 800 hours annually

What we offer:

Flexible work environment for optimal work-life balance
Opportunity to participate in firm-sponsored volunteer events
Personalized wellness programming
Professional development opportunities
Variety of health plans, dental and vision options, and 401(k) plans
Generous paid time off

What we require:

Two-year associates degree and/or a paralegal certificate, or 2+ years of experience as a patent professional
Experience with patent prosecution or in a similar role
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and electronic filing procedures
Knowledge of various court systems and filing requirements
Experience with composing routine correspondence
Familiarity with US and PCT patent rules and procedures, as well as national laws and applicable deadlines (preferred)

Join the Faegre Drinker team today and make a difference in the legal industry!

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of employment, including retirement, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, and termination.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath (and any subsidiary) has an internal recruiting department and does not accept unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our job postings, Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP employees, or any other job listing service or website. Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Faegre Drinker is currently seeking a Patent Specialist to join our Intellectual Property team in our downtown Indianapolis, Chicago, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, or Fort Wayne offices. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic team and provide high-level service to our clients. Our firm values our employees and offers a flexible and supportive work environment, as well as opportunities for professional development and community involvement.

As a Patent Specialist, your responsibilities will include:

Overall support for portfolio management
Assisting with filing US, PCT, and foreign regional patent applications and responses
Participating in patent filing strategy discussions and due diligence
Managing client and attorney dockets to ensure timely deadlines
Handling work related to ongoing US and foreign procedures and activities
Completing special projects and other assigned duties

To be successful in this role, we expect you to have:

Problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to effectively communicate in a virtual environment
Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing work environments
Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
The ability to maintain confidentiality and build positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with electronic filing procedures
Familiarity with US and PCT patent rules and procedures, as well as national laws and applicable deadlines (preferred)
A willingness to bill 800 hours annually

In return, we offer:

A flexible work environment for optimal work-life balance
Opportunities to participate in firm-sponsored volunteer events
Personalized wellness programming
Professional development opportunities
A variety of health plans, dental and vision options, and 401(k) plans
Generous paid time off

To be considered for this position, you must have:

A two-year associate's degree and/or a paralegal certificate, or 2+ years of experience as a patent professional
Experience with patent prosecution or in a similar role
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and electronic filing procedures
Knowledge of various court systems and filing requirements
Experience with composing routine correspondence
Familiarity with US and PCT patent rules and procedures,

Flexible working environment, firm-sponsored volunteer events, wellness programming, variety of health plans, generous paid time off

Portfolio Management, USPTO Procedures, Electronic Filing, Legal Research, Docket Management, Client Service, Communication, Time Management, Confidentiality, Microsoft Office

Two-year Associates Degree and/or Paralegal Certificate or equivalent work experience

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Qualification and Experience Two-year Associates Degree and/or Paralegal Certificate, 2+ years of experience in patent prosecution or a comparable position

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