Docket Paralegal

3-7 yrs required

Full-time

No

Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 125 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health.


Job Title: Docket Paralegal
Experience: 3-7 years
Salary: -
Location: Abbott Park, Illinois
Department: Legal Division

At Abbott, we are a global healthcare leader dedicated to improving people's lives at all stages. With a diverse portfolio of life-changing technologies, we serve people in over 160 countries. Working at Abbott means being a part of a company that values growth, learning, and caring for employees and their families. We offer exciting career development opportunities, free medical coverage, an excellent retirement savings plan, and various education benefits.

The Opportunity:
We are currently seeking a Docket Paralegal to join our Legal Division at our headquarters in Abbott Park, Illinois. In this role, you will be responsible for daily patent operations, including docketing and auditing of a worldwide patent estate. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in all areas of IP operations and be able to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:
- Process incoming and outgoing correspondence with outside counsel, patent offices, and annuity service vendors
- Maintain and manage the patent management system, preparing docket and portfolio reports
- Ensure all docket dates are cleared daily and deadlines are met
- Monitor patent and application statuses
- Manage integration of acquired and divested properties
- Identify and resolve discrepancies in records
- Interact with clients to reply to inquiries and obtain necessary information
- Stay updated on changes in patent rules
- Develop and maintain docketing processes, procedures, and policies in collaboration with Legal's Patent and IP teams

Required Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of experience in domestic and foreign patent prosecution
- Extensive knowledge of patent terminology and filing procedures
- Knowledge of current USPTO rules and procedures
- Experience with worldwide maintenance fee renewals preferred
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under deadlines
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
- Strong communication skills
- Working knowledge of docketing software
- Paralegal certificate required

Preferred Qualifications:
- 5-7 years of experience in IP operations
- Associate/Bachelor's degree preferred
- Experience with worldwide maintenance fee renewals

At Abbott, we believe in the power of health and strive to help people and communities achieve more. With a diverse global network, we are constantly advancing innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare. Join us at Abbott to pursue diverse opportunities and build your future while living your best life through better health.

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Free medical coverage, retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, education benefits, career development opportunities, recognition as a great place to work, diversity and inclusion initiatives.

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Docketing, Auditing, Foreign Filing, Annuities, Portfolio Review, Electronic Record Management, Patent Prosecution, File Management, IP Matters, USPTO Rules and Procedures, Confidentiality, Communication, Docketing Software, PC Skills, Paralegal Certificate

Associate/Bachelor's Degree, Paralegal Certificate.

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Qualification and Experience Associate/Bachelor's Degree, Paralegal Certificate

Legal