IP Patent Prosecution Specialist

Morgan Lewis • Boston, MA

14h • Hybrid

About The Position

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

The specialist prepares and files documents with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, the World Intellectual Property Office International Bureau, and foreign national patent offices. The role also prepares client reporting letters and correspondence, reviews PTO-issued documents for accuracy, and produces, proofreads, edits, assembles, and distributes patent prosecution materials.

Morgan Lewis offers competitive salaries and benefits. Compensation varies based on factors including experience, expertise, business needs, and market factors. The firm is an equal opportunity employer 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, including the ability 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 U.S. Patent and Trademark Office documents, including new patent applications, IDS, preliminary amendments, and formalities.
• Prepare client reporting letters and correspondence concerning formalities, Official Actions, Notices of Allowance, and Letters Patent.
• Prepare and file documents for international and foreign national patent applications with the World Intellectual Property Office International Bureau and foreign national patent offices, following established guidelines and procedures.
• Analyze PTO-issued documents, such as filing receipts, assignment documents, and certificates of correction, for accuracy.
• Prepare patent prosecution documents, including transcribing written and 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