Aston Carter
Job Description
Join our dynamic team as a Patent Paralegal, where you will play a critical role in supporting patent operations for a leading tech company. This position requires a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. You will gain hands-on experience with global patent operations and develop valuable skills in intellectual property workflows.
Responsibilities
Daily download and processing of incoming ISR and 202 documents from the EPO Mailbox.
Process PCT hardcopy mail and ensure timely routing and documentation.
Handle EP registration certificates by processing hardcopies, de-docketing related events, and determining appropriate archiving or shredding procedures.
Verify and download Letters Patents and Registration Certificates, coordinating offsite storage logistics.
Manage incoming signature requests: summarize items for signature, route to appropriate signatories, and track completion.
Assist with patent award logistics, including tracking, packaging, and shipping of plaques and gear awards.
Contribute to special projects such as audits, validation checks, and document retrievals as assigned by the Patent Operations team.
Essential Skills
Minimum 2 years of experience in Patent Operations or IP Administration, handling USPTO, EPO, and WIPO documents.
Minimum 1 year of experience with IP Management Systems, managing official documents, and maintaining accurate IP records.
Minimum 2 years of experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Associate's degree in paralegal studies is preferred.
Paralegal certifications are a plus.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Work Environment This position is based in a large, fast-paced professional office setting on the Redmond, WA campus. The role requires being onsite 5 days a week during the ramp-up period, reducing to 4 days thereafter. The majority of work involves handling physical documents, necessitating in-office presence. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, with no overtime expected. The office provides a collaborative and supportive team environment.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Redmond, WA.
Pay And Benefits $30.00 - $36.00/hr.
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Equal Opportunity The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Responsibilities
Daily download and processing of incoming ISR and 202 documents from the EPO Mailbox.
Process PCT hardcopy mail and ensure timely routing and documentation.
Handle EP registration certificates by processing hardcopies, de-docketing related events, and determining appropriate archiving or shredding procedures.
Verify and download Letters Patents and Registration Certificates, coordinating offsite storage logistics.
Manage incoming signature requests: summarize items for signature, route to appropriate signatories, and track completion.
Assist with patent award logistics, including tracking, packaging, and shipping of plaques and gear awards.
Contribute to special projects such as audits, validation checks, and document retrievals as assigned by the Patent Operations team.
Essential Skills
Minimum 2 years of experience in Patent Operations or IP Administration, handling USPTO, EPO, and WIPO documents.
Minimum 1 year of experience with IP Management Systems, managing official documents, and maintaining accurate IP records.
Minimum 2 years of experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Associate's degree in paralegal studies is preferred.
Paralegal certifications are a plus.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Work Environment This position is based in a large, fast-paced professional office setting on the Redmond, WA campus. The role requires being onsite 5 days a week during the ramp-up period, reducing to 4 days thereafter. The majority of work involves handling physical documents, necessitating in-office presence. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, with no overtime expected. The office provides a collaborative and supportive team environment.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Redmond, WA.
Pay And Benefits $30.00 - $36.00/hr.
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Equal Opportunity The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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