Polsinelli
IP Patent Paralegal - Chemical Science
Polsinelli, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101
Overview
IP Patent Paralegal - Chemical Science at Polsinelli. Hybrid role; preferred locations include Chicago, Edwardsville, Kansas City, or St. Louis. Responsibilities
Manage docket and patent prosecution practice for assigned global client portfolios. Review, prepare, and file patent prosecution applications and supporting documentation with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and/or WIPO, and manage international patent filing requests and documents for various countries. Review, prepare, and file multiple patent application types, including Provisional, Non-Provisional, Track 1, Design, PCT, US National Stage, and Convention Filings; coordinate international filing. Prepare and file documents such as Notice to File Missing Parts, Foreign Signature Documents, Formal Documents, responses to Office Actions, Issue Fee Transmittals, and Information Disclosure Statements. Review incoming correspondence from the USPTO, WIPO, and international associates regarding status of patent applications; ensure accuracy of information and file necessary documents to correct errors when needed. Review, prepare, monitor and update IDS charts and client portfolio spreadsheets as needed. Prepare, maintain and update reports for clients regarding status of applications and patents; update client dockets and send reminders to attorneys, international counsel, and clients as needed. Exercise exceptional verbal and written communication with clients, internal and external counsel, USPTO personnel and vendors; coordinate project management and handle substantive tasks for multiple high-tech IP cases and portfolios. Set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects; prepare and maintain internal docket reports, charts, and meeting agendas. Responsible for case and file management, including uploading communications and documents to docketing and DMS systems, maintaining and updating files and client portals, and attending status meetings. Perform research and compile data as requested. Skills
Knowledge of USPTO, PCT, and international patent rules and procedures. Proficient in filing with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and ePCT. Knowledge of chemical formulas and sequence listing. Proficient in understanding IP docket and deadlines and maintaining secondary docket. Strong attention to detail, communication, and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe. Requirements
5+ years IP experience, supporting pharmaceutical portfolios and university clients. Docketing knowledge and experience, with CPi software experience preferred. Paralegal Certificate. The budgeted salary range for this position is $110,000 - $150,000, based on experience. As part of full-time employment associated with this position, Polsinelli PC offers the following benefits: Paid time off, sick time off, a referral program, medical insurance and benefits, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, ID Theft insurance, long-term disability benefits, short-term disability benefits, Parking/Transit reimbursement (varies depending on location), 401(k) benefits, and employee assistance benefits. Polsinelli PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Seniorities
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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IP Patent Paralegal - Chemical Science at Polsinelli. Hybrid role; preferred locations include Chicago, Edwardsville, Kansas City, or St. Louis. Responsibilities
Manage docket and patent prosecution practice for assigned global client portfolios. Review, prepare, and file patent prosecution applications and supporting documentation with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and/or WIPO, and manage international patent filing requests and documents for various countries. Review, prepare, and file multiple patent application types, including Provisional, Non-Provisional, Track 1, Design, PCT, US National Stage, and Convention Filings; coordinate international filing. Prepare and file documents such as Notice to File Missing Parts, Foreign Signature Documents, Formal Documents, responses to Office Actions, Issue Fee Transmittals, and Information Disclosure Statements. Review incoming correspondence from the USPTO, WIPO, and international associates regarding status of patent applications; ensure accuracy of information and file necessary documents to correct errors when needed. Review, prepare, monitor and update IDS charts and client portfolio spreadsheets as needed. Prepare, maintain and update reports for clients regarding status of applications and patents; update client dockets and send reminders to attorneys, international counsel, and clients as needed. Exercise exceptional verbal and written communication with clients, internal and external counsel, USPTO personnel and vendors; coordinate project management and handle substantive tasks for multiple high-tech IP cases and portfolios. Set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects; prepare and maintain internal docket reports, charts, and meeting agendas. Responsible for case and file management, including uploading communications and documents to docketing and DMS systems, maintaining and updating files and client portals, and attending status meetings. Perform research and compile data as requested. Skills
Knowledge of USPTO, PCT, and international patent rules and procedures. Proficient in filing with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and ePCT. Knowledge of chemical formulas and sequence listing. Proficient in understanding IP docket and deadlines and maintaining secondary docket. Strong attention to detail, communication, and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe. Requirements
5+ years IP experience, supporting pharmaceutical portfolios and university clients. Docketing knowledge and experience, with CPi software experience preferred. Paralegal Certificate. The budgeted salary range for this position is $110,000 - $150,000, based on experience. As part of full-time employment associated with this position, Polsinelli PC offers the following benefits: Paid time off, sick time off, a referral program, medical insurance and benefits, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, ID Theft insurance, long-term disability benefits, short-term disability benefits, Parking/Transit reimbursement (varies depending on location), 401(k) benefits, and employee assistance benefits. Polsinelli PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Seniorities
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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