Patent Specialist

Min 2 yrs required

Full-time

No

Law Firm Seeking Experienced Patent Specialist in Multiple Locations

Are you an experienced patent specialist looking for a new opportunity? Kilpatrick Townsend, a large international law firm, is seeking a Patent Specialist to join our Intellectual Property Department in one of our five office locations: Winston-Salem, Raleigh, Houston, Dallas, or Denver. As part of our team of attorneys, paralegals, and support staff, you will play an integral role in providing high-level service to both internal and external clients.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Patent Specialist at Kilpatrick Townsend, you will:

- Provide support on US patent prosecution and patent matters, with a focus on US and PCT filings, deadline management, and special projects.
- Work closely with attorneys, patent specialists, paralegals, and clients to support US patent prosecution.
- Prepare, review, and file US and PCT patent applications, responses, and issue fees, both electronically and on paper as necessary.
- Draft correspondence to clients regarding the status of patent applications and patent matters.
- Manage client portfolios, including preparing and maintaining status reports, charts, and various projects and tasks.
- Monitor deadlines, communicate with appropriate parties, and ensure timely completion of related activities.
- Review, organize, and file documents and emails in the firm's document management system.
- Complete special projects as assigned.
- Provide patent-related administrative support.
- Assist with client services, such as preparing and processing reports and coordinating meetings.
- Maintain accurate time records for client billing and statistical purposes.

Qualifications:

To be considered for this position, you must have:

- A minimum of two years of experience as a patent prosecution paralegal, legal secretary, or in a comparable position.
- Experience with electronic filing procedures at the USPTO.
- Excellent knowledge of USPTO and PCT rules and procedures.
- High proficiency with technology, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and other internet research tools.
- Good working knowledge of timekeeping software (InTapp), iManage, FoundationIP, and Claim Master.
- Excellent client service skills.
- The ability to work independently, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- A strong work ethic, flexibility, dependability, and a positive attitude.
- The ability to maintain confidentiality of client information.
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and perform well under pressure.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- A sense of urgency and the ability to meet deadlines.
- The ability to work well with others and take on assignments as needed.
- A willingness to adapt to change.

Benefits and Compensation:

This is a full-time, regular position with a comprehensive health benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. The firm also offers life insurance, short-term disability plans, and retirement plans, in addition to holidays and paid time off. We also offer a hybrid work schedule, with both in-office and remote work days. The pay range for this position is competitive and varies by location.

Apply Today:

If you are an experienced patent specialist looking for a new opportunity, we want to hear from you! Apply today at our website, , and join our team of dedicated professionals at Kilpatrick Townsend.

Kilpatrick Townsend is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex or gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and are dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities:

Kilpatrick Townsend is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex or gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and are dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees.

At Kilpatrick Townsend, we are seeking an experienced Patent Specialist to join our team in multiple locations. As part of our Intellectual Property Department, you will provide support on US patent prosecution and patent matters, working closely with attorneys, patent specialists, paralegals, and clients. This is a full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive pay range. If you are an experienced patent specialist looking for a new opportunity, we want to hear from you! Apply today at and join our team of dedicated professionals at Kilpatrick Townsend.

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Multi-faceted health benefit package including medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; short term disability plans; retirement plans; holidays; paid time off.

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USPTO Procedures, PCT Rules and Procedures, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, U.S. Patent Office Electronic Filing System, Dialog, Internet Research, Timekeeping Software, InTapp, iManage, FoundationIP, Claim Master, Client Service, Collaboration, Prioritization, Organization, Communication, Deadline Management, Confidentiality, Adaptability, Legal Compliance.

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Interested applicants can apply through the company's website at .

Qualification and Experience Minimum of two years’ experience as a patent prosecution paralegal, legal secretary, or comparable position with experience working in a law firm or in-house legal environment.

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