IP Patent Prosecution Specialist

Morgan Lewis • Boston, MA

19h • $75,400 - $120,550 • Hybrid

About The Position

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is seeking a Patent Prosecution Specialist for its Intellectual Property Patent Support Unit. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Patent Support Services, this role supports patent prosecution and prepares and files documents related to international and foreign national patent applications. The position is based in either the Boston or Philadelphia office and follows a hybrid in-office/remote schedule. Flexibility with overtime is required.

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 and 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file documents with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, including new patent applications, IDS, 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, following established guidelines and procedures.
• Analyze PTO-issued documents for accuracy, including filing receipts, assignment documents, and certificates of correction.
• Prepare patent prosecution documents by transcribing written or verbal instructions; producing patent 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

What This Job Offers

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