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Patent Prosecution Paralegal

Our client, a leading Rocky Mountain Law firm is looking for a 5 plus years patent prosecution paralegal to join their dynamic and growing Intellectual Property practice. Minimum 8+ years of domestic and foreign patent prosecution experience required.

Knowledge of USPTO systems and processes

Knowledge of patent preparation and prosecution

This position supports attorneys in a wide range of IP services, including trademarks, copyrights and licenses, and patents including, but not limited to, portfolio development, trademark disputes, patent prosecution, marketplace enforcement, and IP transactions. This position performs both US and foreign patent services. The Patent Paralegal will main a working knowledge of foreign trademark and patent law; prepare patent filing documents, shells, correspondence, etc. relating to USPTO, foreign offices, and foreign associates on patent matters; prepare basic U.S., provisional, non-provisional, convention and design application documents, including transmittals, and IP docketing for timely reporting of communications to the client and foreign associates. This position will require the patent paralegal to review dockets and complaints for active patents and trademarks; timely handling of various prosecution formalities, reviews and analysis of IP search reports, determining status and ownership of properties. 5 plus years of USPTO and PCT filings experience is required for this position. Thorough knowledge of patent procedural requirements and USPTO practices required. Understanding of docketing and deadlines and action(s) required. The Patent Paralegal should be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat Pro, Nuance Power PDF, OneDrive, iManage, Elite, and DocuSign (or similar document management and time entry programs); and have great communication skills. This job operates in a professional office and/or remote environment. The firm offers a very competitive salary and excellent benefits. Minimum 8+ years of domestic and foreign patent prosecution experience required. Knowledge of USPTO systems and processes. Knowledge of patent preparation and prosecution. The firm offers a very competitive salary, excellent benefits, bonus, and paid overtime over 40 hours. If you are qualified for this position, please email your resume to Director, mala.saraogi@roberthalf [dot] [com] for immediate consideration!

Requirements • Minimum of 8 years of experience in domestic and foreign patent prosecution.

• Strong knowledge of U.S. and international patent laws and processes.

• Proficiency in case management software and tools.

• Ability to manage complex patent portfolios with attention to detail.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

• Familiarity with patent preparation, prosecution, and application processes.

• Proven ability to conduct comprehensive patentability searches.

• Experience collaborating with attorneys and foreign counsel on patent-related matters.

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