Patent Prosecution Paralegal – IP&T

5-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Ability to work well under pressure, patience, diplomacy, high stress tolerance, excellent interpersonal communication skills, ability to prioritize workload and adapt to changing conditions, able to work well in a team environment

Law Firm seeks Patent Prosecution Paralegal with 5+ years of experience to join their IP&T department in Dallas. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of both US and foreign patent lifecycles, as well as experience with electronic filing and docketing. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, and paid time off.

H1: Patent Prosecution Paralegal – Join a Leading Law Firm in Dallas
H2: Dentons Seeks Experienced Patent Prosecution Paralegal in Dallas

Responsibilities:
- Prepare and prosecute patent applications domestically and internationally
- Assist attorneys with drafting and editing prosecution documents
- Work with foreign counsel for patent applications outside of the US
- Review notices of allowance and assist with preparation of declarations and certificates of correction
- Maintain and update dockets
- Prepare status reports and client-requested reports
- File individual actions as needed
- Meet minimum billable hour and performance requirements

Position Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Associates Degree or Paralegal Certificate with equivalent experience
- Minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role
- Strong understanding of US and foreign patent lifecycles
- Familiarity with electronic filing and docketing systems
- Knowledge of annuities/renewals and patent docket databases
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, legal environment and manage time effectively
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management software

Law Firm offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, and paid time off.

Salary Information: Competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

Job Title: Patent Prosecution Paralegal

Experience Information: Minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role. Bachelor's or Associates Degree or Paralegal Certificate with equivalent experience. Strong understanding of US and foreign patent lifecycles. Familiarity with electronic filing and docketing systems. Knowledge of annuities/renewals and patent docket databases.

Responsibilities:
- Prepare and prosecute patent applications domestically and internationally
- Assist attorneys with drafting and editing prosecution documents
- Work with foreign counsel for patent applications outside of the US
- Review notices of allowance and assist with preparation of declarations and certificates of correction
- Maintain and update dockets
- Prepare status reports and client-requested reports
- File individual actions as needed
- Meet minimum billable hour and performance requirements

Position Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Associates Degree or Paralegal Certificate with equivalent experience
- Minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role
- Strong understanding of US and foreign patent lifecycles
- Familiarity with electronic filing and docketing systems
- Knowledge of annuities/renewals and patent docket databases
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, legal environment and manage time effectively
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management software

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- Essential for the success and strength of the firm, clients, and communities
- Commitment to an inclusive environment and culture of equity
- Respect, support, and learning from each other
- Empowerment to be authentic and valued for unique perspectives and experience
- Read our full global inclusion and diversity statement at Dentons

Law Firm seeks experienced Patent Prosecution Paralegal to join their IP&T department in Dallas. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of both US and foreign patent lifecycles, as well as experience with electronic filing and docketing. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, and paid time off.

H1: Patent Prosecution Paralegal – Join a Leading Law Firm in Dallas
H2: Dentons Seeks Experienced Patent Prosecution Paralegal in Dallas

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Medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses

Not specified

Bachelor's or Associates Degree required or Paralegal Certificate and equivalent experience

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to the contact person listed below.

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