IP Paralegal, AmLaw20

Firm: AmLaw50

Position: Patent Prosecution Paralegal

Compensation: $85,000 - $120,000

Onsite Expectations: Hybrid

Essential Functions

Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.

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  Monitor and follow-up on foreign patents, including clearing dates and following-up with attorneys, clients, and management to provide adequate time to respond
• .Preparing transmittals for and filing U.S. provisional applications and reporting same to internal departments and the clien
• tPreparing and filing U.S. non-provisional applications, including initial, continuation and divisional applications, and reporting same to internal departments and the clien
• tWork with attorneys in keeping abreast of all rules and regulations and procedures for filing foreign/PCT patent applications including all formalities related thereto
• .Prepare cost estimates for filing and maintenance of foreign patents
• .Maintain an understanding of legalization procedures in city, county, state and country; correspond with government, state and embassy officials; and prepare documents including appropriate fees, when necessary
• .Prepare and transmit applications to foreign agents or government agencies, including entry into National Phase
• .Receive and act upon client instructions, including confirmation and/or draft response to client inquiries related to foreign filing and formalities of foreign/PCT applications
• .Draft, proofread, photocopy, scan documents into the firm’s document management system and assemble correspondence as needed
• .Respond to questions and problems from the staff members and attorneys in relation to foreign/PCT filings including US prosecution
• .Work with firm members to assist in the auditing of transfer-in-matters and completion of transfer-out projects, including file and docket review for foreign matters

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Skills/Qualificatio

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  5+ years of paralegal experience, specifically with intellectual property law including foreign and US filings, patent docket management and application filin
• gs.Bachelor’s degree, paralegal certification, or equivalent work experience requir
• ed.Thorough knowledge and understanding of international patent matters, including US rules of practi
• ce. xrczosw Strong understanding of IP to ensure a high quality and accurate work produ

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