Patent Paralegal (IDS/Formalities)

Fish & Richardson•Washington, DC

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Fish & Richardson is hiring a Patent Paralegal (IDS/Formalities) to join its fast-paced Practice Systems Department. The role focuses on preparing, obtaining, and filing documents related to information disclosure statements, formalities, and responses to office actions. It also involves managing a prosecution docket, following up to ensure deadlines are met, and recording all daily hours worked in the firm’s timekeeping system to meet the billable goal established by practice management. The position requires the ability to meet a billing requirement of 1,300 hours per year and to work in the office as needed for training and collaboration, for a minimum of three days per month. Compensation varies by geographic market and depends on factors including education, experience, skills, professional background, qualifications, and location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-recognized program, or equivalent experience in legal support.
Ability to meet the firm’s billing requirement of 1,300 hours per year.
Willingness to assist other team members when needed and ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in the office as needed for training and collaboration, for a minimum of three days per month.

Nice To Haves

At least six months of experience as a Patent Paralegal with knowledge of U.S. and/or foreign prosecution, or equivalent legal support experience.
Experience preparing and filing information disclosure statements and formal documents, such as assignments, declarations, and office action shells.

Responsibilities

Accurately prepare, obtain, and file documents related to information disclosure statements, formalities, and responses to office actions.
Maintain and manage a prosecution docket and follow up on items to ensure due dates and deadlines are met.
Enter all hours worked daily into the firm’s timekeeping system to achieve the billable goal established by practice management.
Assist other team members when needed.
Work in the office as needed for training and collaboration, for a minimum of three days per month.