Perkins Coie
Overview
Perkins Coie LLP’s nationally recognized Intellectual Property group is seeking a highly motivated Patent Prosecution Paralegal to join our team. This position will assist throughout the firm with coordinating and supporting all phases of U.S. and international patent prosecution matters. The individual in this role must possess experience and understanding of all aspects of U.S., Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT), and foreign patent prosecution case support including preparing and filing patent applications and prosecution documents via the electronic filing systems, data collection and review, and utilizing document/information management databases. The applicant must demonstrate the ability to conduct legal research and complex factual investigations. Location(s) may include San Francisco Bay Area, Colorado, Los Angeles, San Diego, Washington state, or Washington, D.C. Essential Functions
Prepare and file patent and design applications and prosecution documents via the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Patent Center. Prepare and file PCT applications via ePCT and the USPTO Receiving Office. Manage Information Disclosure Statements (IDS), including reviewing prior art, and preparing and filing submissions with the USPTO. Communicate with clients, government agencies/officials, foreign agents, consultants, and other parties regularly to collect and assemble information. Communicate findings to the appropriate parties. Manage a docket and track deadlines on a secondary docket. Monitor and follow up with the appropriate parties on action items and filing deadlines. Manage client portfolios 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. Superb organizational, analytical, and communication skills. 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 meet client demands on accelerated schedules. Basic computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Acrobat, and Outlook. Education And Experience
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 is required. A paralegal certificate or bachelor’s degree is a strong plus. Benefits and Compensation
Compensation ranges (typical pay) vary by location. Example ranges include: San Francisco Bay Area: $92,310 to $207,700 annually Colorado: $72,320 to $162,720 annually Los Angeles: $84,220 to $189,500 annually San Diego: $83,160 to $187,100 annually Washington state: $76,290 to $171,650 annually Washington, D.C.: $82,390 to $185,380 annually More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here. This position may be filled in one of the listed locations. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Legal Industries
Law Practice
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Perkins Coie LLP’s nationally recognized Intellectual Property group is seeking a highly motivated Patent Prosecution Paralegal to join our team. This position will assist throughout the firm with coordinating and supporting all phases of U.S. and international patent prosecution matters. The individual in this role must possess experience and understanding of all aspects of U.S., Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT), and foreign patent prosecution case support including preparing and filing patent applications and prosecution documents via the electronic filing systems, data collection and review, and utilizing document/information management databases. The applicant must demonstrate the ability to conduct legal research and complex factual investigations. Location(s) may include San Francisco Bay Area, Colorado, Los Angeles, San Diego, Washington state, or Washington, D.C. Essential Functions
Prepare and file patent and design applications and prosecution documents via the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Patent Center. Prepare and file PCT applications via ePCT and the USPTO Receiving Office. Manage Information Disclosure Statements (IDS), including reviewing prior art, and preparing and filing submissions with the USPTO. Communicate with clients, government agencies/officials, foreign agents, consultants, and other parties regularly to collect and assemble information. Communicate findings to the appropriate parties. Manage a docket and track deadlines on a secondary docket. Monitor and follow up with the appropriate parties on action items and filing deadlines. Manage client portfolios 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. Superb organizational, analytical, and communication skills. 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 meet client demands on accelerated schedules. Basic computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Acrobat, and Outlook. Education And Experience
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 is required. A paralegal certificate or bachelor’s degree is a strong plus. Benefits and Compensation
Compensation ranges (typical pay) vary by location. Example ranges include: San Francisco Bay Area: $92,310 to $207,700 annually Colorado: $72,320 to $162,720 annually Los Angeles: $84,220 to $189,500 annually San Diego: $83,160 to $187,100 annually Washington state: $76,290 to $171,650 annually Washington, D.C.: $82,390 to $185,380 annually More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here. This position may be filled in one of the listed locations. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Legal Industries
Law Practice
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