Patent Prosecution Paralegal- 3523769
- Full Time
Job Title: Patent Prosecution Paralegal
Location: San Diego CA 92130
Salary/Payrate: $110K-$135K annually (OT Eligible) and AWESOME
benefits!!!
Work Environment: 3 days onsite / 2 days WFH
Term: Permanent / Fulltime
Parking: Free
Bachelor’s degree required: No
Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets
hired
JOB DESCRIPTION
Our client is seeking an experienced Patent Prosecution Paralegal
to support attorneys in all aspects of U.S. and international
patent prosecution. This position requires strong organizational
skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a
fast-paced law firm environment.
Responsibilities
* Prepare, file, and manage U.S. and international patent
applications, including provisional, non-provisional, PCT, and
national phase filings
* Draft and file USPTO documents, including responses to Office
Actions, IDSs, assignments, declarations, powers of attorney, and
related correspondence
* Coordinate foreign patent filings with international associates
and monitor deadlines
* Maintain accurate docketing of patent deadlines and ensure
timely compliance with USPTO and foreign jurisdiction
requirements
* Communicate with attorneys, clients, inventors, and foreign
counsel regarding filing requirements and case status
* Maintain and organize patent prosecution files and electronic
records
* Assist with patent portfolio management, audits, and reporting
as requested
Qualifications
* At least five years of patent prosecution paralegal experience
in a law firm environment
* Strong knowledge of U.S. patent prosecution procedures and
USPTO rules
* Experience with international patent filings and foreign
associate coordination
* Proficiency with USPTO Patent Center and IP docketing systems
* Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management
skills
* Ability to manage multiple deadlines with minimal supervision
Preferred Qualifications
* Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience
* Experience supporting multiple attorneys and clients
* Familiarity with patent portfolio management software