Patent Prosecution Paralegal
Job Description : ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Prepare and file patent & design applications and prosecution documents via the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) electronic filing system (EFS-Web) & Patent Center.
- Prepare and file Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) applications via ePCT and USPTO Receiving Office.
- Manage a docket and track deadlines on a secondary docket; monitor and follow up with the appropriate parties on action items and filing deadlines.
- Client portfolio management including preparing and maintaining status reports and prior-art charts.
- Maintain current knowledge of U.S. and PCT rules as they relate to the patent prosecution practice.
- Assist with client transfers including review of the chain of title, submission of Revocation and Substitute Power of Attorney documents to the USPTO, and preparation and review of electronic file history.
SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED
- Thorough knowledge of all phases of U.S. and PCT patent prosecution processes procedures, databases and filing systems.
- Familiarity with international procedures, corresponding with foreign associates and managing foreign deadlines.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with the firm’s lawyers and business professionals, clients, and other professionals.
- Ability to handle multiple assignments, work well under pressure, and have flexibility to assist the team in meeting client demands on accelerated schedules.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Requires five-plus years of recent experience working as a patent prosecution secretary or paralegal in a law firm or in-house legal department, or equivalent.
- A Paralegal Certificate or bachelor’s degree a strong plus.
This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, accrued paid time off plan starting at 20 days annually, personal medical and parental leave, up to ten paid holidays, and family care benefits.
More information regarding benefits and programs may be found.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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