Patent Paralegal (IDS/Formalities)

Fish & Richardson P.C.•Atlanta, GA

9d•$55,000 - $85,000•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; maintaining a prosecution docket and ensuring deadlines are met; and accurately recording daily hours in the firm’s timekeeping system to support the practice’s billable-hour goal. The position requires the ability to work in the office as needed for training and collaboration, for at least three days per month. The firm offers competitive pay, discretionary bonus opportunities, a benefits package, retirement and profit-sharing plans with employer contributions, backup childcare, and health and wellness initiatives. Compensation varies by geographic market and is based on factors such as 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 and work well within 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 U.S. and/or foreign prosecution knowledge, 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.
Record all hours worked each day in the firm’s timekeeping system to meet the billable goal established by practice management.
Assist other team members when needed and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Work in the office as needed for training and collaboration, for a minimum of three days per month.