Patent Paralegal

Our Intellectual Property Services department has an outstanding opportunity for a Patent Paralegal role. The position reports to a Patent Supervisor and focuses on patent prosecution matters from filing to grant in support of the patent prosecution practice. This is a remote position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Responsibilities :

Demonstrate and apply in-depth knowledge of patent filing and prosecution practices in the US WIPO and major jurisdictions worldwide. Stay up-to-date with current patent laws and practices.

Monitor maintain and clear dockets for due dates and prepare reminders to attorneys and clients as needed.

Work with Docketing department to prepare status and docket reports for attorneys and clients.

Coordinate and interact effectively with attorneys clients and other patent paralegals and specialists on domestic and international patent matters.

Compose correspondence to attorneys and clients regarding all aspects of patent prosecution.

Review and process incoming correspondence from USPTO WIPO and foreign associates.

Process file intakes and prepare files for transfer out of the firm and accurately maintain electronic files.

Ensure familiarity and compliance with outside counsel guidelines; including updating clients IP Management System.

Expected to capture a minimum of 1200 billable hours per year in the firms timekeeping system.

Assist with miscellaneous client-related projects.

Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements :

Associate Degree (A.A.) from a twoâyear college with a minimum of 5 years of patent filing and prosecution experience; or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior experience working in a fast-paced professional services environment is highly desirable.

Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word Outlook Excel and PowerPoint. Experience utilizing Document Management Systems such as NetDocs. Ability to leverage the Firms software to improve efficiency and a proven aptitude to learn new software applications.

Excellent organizational and planning skills with an ability to prioritize multi-task and be detail-oriented to complete simultaneous projects with minimal supervision. A tolerance for uncertainty and ability to demonstrate good judgment tact and flexibility under pressure in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.

Strong analytical and communication skills both oral and written. Interpersonal communication skills necessary to maintain effective relationships with partners attorneys clients and staff and to exhibit a high degree of responsiveness diplomacy and professionalism in these interactions.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating instructions procedure manuals general business periodicals professional journals technical procedures governmental regulations financial reports and legal documents.

Ability to work overtime when needed. Work occasionally requires more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position. Accurately manage and report all time worked on projects.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES :

Demonstrated ability to multi-task and be detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Outstanding creativity; flexibility and persistence; motivation and energy with the ability to work with little supervision and collaborate with other members of the team.

A tolerance for uncertainty and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects with minimal supervision.

Ability to coordinate the activities of department resources.

Must be able to perform essential duties of the position with time constraints and interruptions.

A strong client service approach and team orientation.

Demonstrate good judgment tact and flexibility under pressure in a mixed-matrix environment with many stakeholders and potentially competing priorities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that should be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger handle or feel objects documents books pen / pencil paper controls and manipulate a keyboard and input data into a PC; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk.

The employee is occasionally required to use hands to prepare correspondence and reports on a personal computer.

The employee is occasionally required to stand and reach with hands and arms. And stoop kneel bend crouch or crawl.

Ability to operate a variety of standard office equipment including a computer copy and facsimile machines.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

How to Apply :

Interested individuals should apply directly to the posting via our website. Please include your resume.

About Us :

BakerHostetler is recognized as one of the leading law firms in the country. With over 1000 attorneys in 18 offices from coast to coast BakerHostetler is a great place to work for those seeking professional and personal growth in a collaborative environment. We deliver the highest quality counsel to our clients who include many of the nations largest and most well-known companies. BakerHostetlers values have remained unchanged since our founding more than 100 years ago : dedication to the law commitment to the highest standard of client service continuous development of our people and active participation in the communities in which we work and live.

BakerHostetler offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits program. Specific information is provided during the interview process.

• Competitive Salaries
• Performance Bonus Program
• Generous Time Off
• Generous Retirement Program including 401(k) Plan
• Group Health Dental and Vision Insurance.
• BHealthy Wellness Program
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Accident Insurance Self and Family
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Pre-Tax Benefit Programs

Baker & Hostetler LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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The expected annual salary for this position ranges from $00. The salary offered will be determined by a wide range of factors including but not limited to experience level education / training and relevant skills.

BakerHostetler is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 100000 - 120000