Experienced Intellectual Property Paralegal
Foley & Lardner LLP, Chicago, IL, United States
Overview
Experienced Intellectual Property Paralegal Locations include US offices in Houston, Madison, Milwaukee, New York, Salt Lake City, San Diego, Boston, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, Chicago, and other U.S. locations. The Intellectual Property (Patent) Paralegal will be responsible for managing client portfolios, including all filings and correspondence for US, PCT, and foreign prosecution of assigned clients. This includes creating, revising, and filing all prosecution documents in US and PCT applications, corresponding with foreign associates regarding all aspects of foreign prosecution, and timely reporting of official correspondence concerning the same. The position requires excellent attention to detail, strong organizational and prioritization skills, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be highly adaptable, proactive, and have a high level of analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. A strong working knowledge of Microsoft products and comfort with technology are essential. The ability to work both independently and in a team environment is a must. Strong customer service orientation and oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with all levels of personnel and clients are integral. Responsibilities
Support various intellectual property attorneys to provide excellent service to our clients Prepare and file, or instruct, on all aspects of US, PCT, and foreign prosecution Draft formality documents, attend to document legalization (where necessary), comply with priority document requirements Review and maintain a docket of associated deadlines of assigned clients Timely report official communications to the client and foreign associates Consistently achieve billable hour expectation set by the firm (including approved non-billable time) Perform additional duties as assigned Qualifications
Minimum of three (3) years' experience in US patent prosecution required. Experience in foreign prosecution strongly preferred High school diploma or equivalent required; Paralegal certificate from a school approved by the ABA is preferred If residing in California must meet requirements to be a Paralegal as defined by the State of California Thorough knowledge of patent procedural requirements of USPTO practices required Additional Information
In support of transparency and equity in the workplace, Foley provides salary ranges for all positions. The figures below represent the full compensation range of this position. The actual offered amount will be between the range minimum and midpoint based on the following factors: education, experience, geographic market, and internal pay equity at Foley. We are accepting ongoing applications. Detroit, Madison, Milwaukee, Salt Lake City - $77,500 to $108,500 Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, and San Diego - $85,300 to $119,400 Los Angeles - $89,100 to $124,800 Boston, New York City, and Washington D.C. - $93,000 to $130,200 Foley & Lardner LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with California's Fair Chance Act Foley & Lardner LLP is a top-ranked law firm with offices throughout the United States and abroad. We offer a professional work environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth. We invite you to consider a career with Foley.
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Experienced Intellectual Property Paralegal Locations include US offices in Houston, Madison, Milwaukee, New York, Salt Lake City, San Diego, Boston, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, Chicago, and other U.S. locations. The Intellectual Property (Patent) Paralegal will be responsible for managing client portfolios, including all filings and correspondence for US, PCT, and foreign prosecution of assigned clients. This includes creating, revising, and filing all prosecution documents in US and PCT applications, corresponding with foreign associates regarding all aspects of foreign prosecution, and timely reporting of official correspondence concerning the same. The position requires excellent attention to detail, strong organizational and prioritization skills, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be highly adaptable, proactive, and have a high level of analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. A strong working knowledge of Microsoft products and comfort with technology are essential. The ability to work both independently and in a team environment is a must. Strong customer service orientation and oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with all levels of personnel and clients are integral. Responsibilities
Support various intellectual property attorneys to provide excellent service to our clients Prepare and file, or instruct, on all aspects of US, PCT, and foreign prosecution Draft formality documents, attend to document legalization (where necessary), comply with priority document requirements Review and maintain a docket of associated deadlines of assigned clients Timely report official communications to the client and foreign associates Consistently achieve billable hour expectation set by the firm (including approved non-billable time) Perform additional duties as assigned Qualifications
Minimum of three (3) years' experience in US patent prosecution required. Experience in foreign prosecution strongly preferred High school diploma or equivalent required; Paralegal certificate from a school approved by the ABA is preferred If residing in California must meet requirements to be a Paralegal as defined by the State of California Thorough knowledge of patent procedural requirements of USPTO practices required Additional Information
In support of transparency and equity in the workplace, Foley provides salary ranges for all positions. The figures below represent the full compensation range of this position. The actual offered amount will be between the range minimum and midpoint based on the following factors: education, experience, geographic market, and internal pay equity at Foley. We are accepting ongoing applications. Detroit, Madison, Milwaukee, Salt Lake City - $77,500 to $108,500 Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, and San Diego - $85,300 to $119,400 Los Angeles - $89,100 to $124,800 Boston, New York City, and Washington D.C. - $93,000 to $130,200 Foley & Lardner LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with California's Fair Chance Act Foley & Lardner LLP is a top-ranked law firm with offices throughout the United States and abroad. We offer a professional work environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth. We invite you to consider a career with Foley.
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