Intake Patent Paralegal Level II

3-6 yrs required

Full-time

No

JOB TITLE: Intake Patent Paralegal Level II
DEPARTMENT: Legal Services
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of three to six (3-6) years of US and foreign patent prosecution

H1: Intake Patent Paralegal Level II at Law Firm - Join our Team!
H2: Patent Paralegal Role with Focus on Intake and Prosecution Support

BOLD HEADLINES:

- Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Intake Patent Paralegal Level II to join our team at a leading law firm.
- Be a part of a dynamic and collaborative environment while utilizing your expertise in US and foreign patent prosecution.
- Competitive salary range of $90,700 - $104,500 annually, with potential for growth and advancement.
- Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and flexible work location options in Boston, New York, or Washington DC.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

- Assist attorneys with intake of new patent files and handle additional prosecution related projects.
- Manage deadlines for patent prosecution across foreign and US jurisdictions.
- Collaborate with attorneys, clients, and other staff to collect necessary materials and triage for entry into the firm's systems.
- Work on additional patent prosecution tasks and special projects as needed.
- Billable goal of 1000 hours.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

- Coordinate with attorneys, clients, and prior counsel to complete intake of new patent files.
- Manage intakes, prepare master lists, maintain dashboards, and flag urgent files.
- Troubleshoot missing required items and obtain necessary information from prior counsel or foreign associates.
- Prepare and file documents for US and foreign matters.
- Correspond with foreign associates regarding transfer of files.
- Promote a positive work environment and lead collaborative projects.
- Assist in one or more patent prosecution functional areas in a billable capacity, such as pre-foreign, IDS, and non-functional areas.
- Work on additional prosecution related projects as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 3-6 years of experience in US and foreign patent prosecution.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
- Excellent time management, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of legal terminology, rules, regulations, and procedures specific to patent practice.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
- Highly flexible and able to handle high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently.
- Punctual, reliable, and able to meet deadlines.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of matters and firm information.
- Adherence to established work schedule with flexibility for overtime requests.

SALARY INFORMATION:

- Expected salary range of $90,700 - $104,500 annually.
- Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.
- Comprehensive benefits package offered.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

- Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable employees with disabilities to successfully perform the job.
- Frequent communication is essential for this position.
- Ability to remain stationary for long periods of time and lift/move objects up to 25 pounds.
- Similar requirements may apply for remote employees.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

- Typical office setting with standard office equipment and moderate noise level.
- Ability to manage multiple work priorities and frequent interruptions.
- Flexible work location options available.

Not specified.

Comprehensive benefits package

Not specified.

Bachelor's degree preferred.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter through the company's website.

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