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Title : Patent Prosecution Paralegal

Location : North Carolina - Winston-Salem
Refer to Job # SBOI725034

Patent Prosecution Paralegal Duties: Under the supervision of attorneys, will provide support for all types of patent activities. Will operate as part of a team of attorneys and support staff to provide a high level of service to both internal and external clients. Assist in filing of U.S., PCT and foreign regional patent applications and responses, both electronically and paper (including preparation and review of necessary filing documents). Overall support for all aspects of portfolio management. Correspond with foreign associates and preparation of reporting letters to client. Assist in drafting correspondence to clients regarding status of applications and patents, including reporting filing receipts for applications, publication notices, proofreading and forwarding patent certificates. Draft detailed letter to client reporting Office Actions. Review and manage docket for deadlines, understand docket and deadlines and action needed on each file. Assist in patent filing strategy discussions and due diligence. Communicate with appropriate attorneys and team members about docket. Utilize Case Assistants or contract resources to prepare and file Information Disclosure Statements ensuring accuracy and consistency in work product. Performing PTA calculations and requests for correction. Maintain accurate daily time records for client billing purposes. Qualifications: Paralegal certificate from ABA approved program preferred. Four year degree or equivalent law firm experience preferred. 3+ years experience as a patent prosecution paralegal or comparable position with experience work in a law firm or in-house legal environment. Knowledge of U.S. and PCT patent rules and procedure; knowledge of national laws of other countries; knowledge of Paris Convention and deadlines set therein. Knowledge of various Courts systems and filing requirements. Experience with Electronic Filing USPTO procedures. High level of proficiency with technology including Microsoft Office Suite applications, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, time and billing applications, U.S. Patent Office Electronic Filing System, Dialog and other internet research tools. Familiar with USPTO (U.S. Patent and Trademark Office) Procedures, Rules and Requirements. Ability to compose routine correspondence. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently, prioritize assignments and handle multiple projects simultaneously. Maintain confidentiality of client information. Should have ability to work in fast-paced environment. Ability to perform well under pressure. Respectful to other individuals working directly or indirectly with them. Reliable and dependable team player. Must have effective written and oral communication skills. Ability to work independently and take initiative to move projects to conclusion. Must have sense of urgency relating to client requests and should be able to meet deadlines. Strong work ethic, flexible, dependable, and positive can-do attitude.

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