Intellectual Property Paralegal

Foley & Lardner LLP • Boston, MA

4d • $77,500 - $135,600 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Intellectual Property (Patent) Paralegal manages client portfolios and filings and correspondence for assigned U.S., PCT, and foreign patent prosecution matters. The role involves preparing, revising, and filing prosecution documents; coordinating with foreign associates; and reporting official correspondence in a timely manner. The position requires strong attention to detail, organization, prioritization, adaptability, analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. A strong working knowledge of Microsoft products and comfort with technology are essential. The paralegal must be able to work independently and collaboratively and demonstrate customer-service orientation and effective oral and written communication with personnel at all levels and with clients.

Requirements

• At least three years of experience in international, PCT, and U.S. patent prosecution.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Thorough knowledge of patent procedural requirements and USPTO practices.
• If residing in California, meet the requirements to be a paralegal as defined by the State of California.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, prioritization, adaptability, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment and work independently as well as in a team.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft products and comfort with technology.
• Strong customer-service orientation and oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• College degree and/or a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved school.

Responsibilities

• Support intellectual property attorneys in providing excellent service to clients.
• Prepare and file, or provide instructions for, all aspects of U.S., PCT, and foreign prosecution.
• Draft formality documents, handle document legalization where necessary, and comply with priority document requirements.
• Review and maintain a docket of deadlines for assigned clients.
• Timely report official communications to clients and foreign associates.
• Consistently achieve the firm's billable-hour expectation, including approved non-billable time.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED