IP Patent Prosecution Specialist

Morgan Lewis • Chicago, IL

17h • Hybrid

About The Position

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is hiring an IP Patent Prosecution Specialist for its Intellectual Property Patent Support Unit. Reporting to the Patent Prosecution Supervisor, this role supports patent prosecution and the preparation and filing of documents for international and foreign national patent applications. The position may be based in the Chicago, Houston, or Washington, D.C. office and follows a hybrid in-office/remote schedule. Flexibility with overtime is required.

The specialist prepares and files U.S. Patent and Trademark Office documents, including new patent applications, IDSs, preliminary amendments, and formalities. The role also involves preparing client reporting letters and correspondence, processing international and foreign national patent application documents, reviewing PTO-issued documents for accuracy, and producing and distributing patent prosecution materials.

The firm offers attractive benefits and competitive salaries, with compensation reflecting performance, experience, expertise, business needs, and market factors. Salary ranges are $75,400–$120,550 for Washington, D.C., and $72,200–$115,550 for Chicago. The firm is committed to equal employment opportunity and provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of relevant patent prosecution experience; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and assignments.
• Ability to work well under pressure and participate in a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency in and knowledge of CPI Patent, MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), WorkSite, Adobe Acrobat, Legal MacPac, Outlook, Office Communicator, and iManage.
• Flexibility with overtime is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file documents with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, including new patent applications, IDSs, preliminary amendments, and formalities.
• Prepare client reporting letters and correspondence regarding formalities, official actions, notices of allowance, and letters patent.
• Prepare and file documents related to international and foreign national patent applications, including filings with the World Intellectual Property Office International Bureau and foreign national patent offices in accordance with established guidelines and procedures.
• Analyze PTO-issued documents, such as filing receipts, assignment documents, and certificates of correction, for accuracy.
• Prepare patent prosecution documents by transcribing written or verbal instructions; producing applications, correspondence, reports, and memoranda; proofreading and redlining; and photocopying, assembling, and distributing materials.

Benefits

• Medical coverage with a variety of plans
• Health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
• Domestic partner coverage
• Parental leave
• Vacation and holiday leave
• Life and accident insurance
• Income protection, including sick leave, salary continuation, and long-term disability
• 401(k) eligibility
• Paid time off benefits, including vacation and sick time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level