Patent Specialist

Description

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What you would do:

• Overall support for all aspects of portfolio management
• Assist in filing of US, PCT and foreign regional patent applications and responses
• Assist in patent filing strategy discussions and due diligence
• Manage client & attorney’s dockets to ensure all deadlines are met in a timely manner
• Assist with work related to on-going US/foreign procedures and other activities
• Special projects and other duties as assigned

What is expected:

• Ability to problem-solve
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in a virtual environment (e.g., via phone, web/videoconference)
• Ability to concentrate on tasks, make decisions and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-orientated environment
• Demonstrated ability to use good judgment in taking initiative while asking for direction or clarification and consulting others, as appropriate
• Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation
• Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations
• Ability to work effectively with co-workers in a team oriented collaborative environment
• Ability to bill 800 hours annually

What we offer:

• Flexible working environment for work-life success
• Opportunity to participate in firm-sponsored volunteer events
• Wellness programming with personalized content and activities
• Professional environment and the opportunity to work with experts at the top of their fields
• Variety of health plan options, as well as dental, vision and 401(k) plans
• Generous paid time off

The anticipated initial hourly rate for someone who is hired into this position is $46.50– $53.50/hour based on a 37.5 hour a week schedule.

Actual initial hourly rate may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location where the position is filled, in all cases consistent with applicable law. This is a non-exempt role paid on an hourly basis. The initial hourly rate listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for professional staff, which includes, but is not limited to, a discretionary bonus; life, health, accident, and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.

What is required:

• Two-year associates degree and/or a paralegal certificate or 3+ years of work experience as a patent professional in lieu of degree and/or certificate
• Experience with patent prosecution or experience in a comparable position
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Experience with Electronic Filing USPTO procedures
• Knowledge of various Court’s systems and filing requirements
• Experience composing routine correspondence
• Knowledge of U.S. and PCT patent rules and procedure, national laws of other countries and Paris Convention applicable deadlines, preferred