Patent Paralegal

• Essential Job Functions
• Research, prepare, and draft complex legal documents for international patent filings and prosecution
• Prepare aesthetic and accurate U.S. applications and PCT applications and documents using ePCT. File PCT and U.S. applications electronically through Patent Center
• Work with internal attorneys, agents, and international law firms utilizing knowledge of U.S. and foreign patent rules and requirements to respond to office actions, complete formalities, and provide all materials and support. Monitor and ensure all deadlines are met

Respond to questions regarding third-party and clients patents from internal and external customers

Research and provide accurate responses regarding patent terms, relevant dates, priority applications, ownership, and other pertinent information by researching appropriate resources, including internal databases, attorney reports, and external specialized patent resources such as Patent Center, Espacenet, Patentscope, and world-wide patent offices

Ensure compliance with patent handling procedures

Perform other duties as assigned by immediate manager

Knowledge, Skills, Experience, and Education Required

• Bachelor’s degree, paralegal certification, or the equivalent in experience
• Minimum of three years of combined U.S. and foreign patent filing experience
• Both in-house and private practice law firm experience preferred
• Demonstrates integrity and honesty in all matters
• Exhibits professionalism and composure in stressful situations and in meeting short deadlines
• Solid knowledge of U.S. and international patent filing procedures and rules
• Ability to read, understand, and extract relevant information accurately from legal documents
• Solid skills in Microsoft Office applications, including intermediate to advanced skills using Word and Excel.
• Experience with MxHero, Box, Anaqua or other patent and trademark docketing system a plus
• The ability and willingness to learn new software applications
• Strong oral, written, and organizational skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

 

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
• Paid Sick Time Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans/Disability/Women. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.