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Title : Intellectual Property Paralegal ÃA ? A?A?? A A Domestic

Location : Illinois - Northbrook
Refer to Job # OFIW700387

Intellectual Property Paralegal Domestic Duties: Timely, clear and value-added preparing and filing of U.S. patent, trademark, & copyright applications, responses to office actions, and necessary filing papers. Timely and responsive telephone and email communication with clients. Timely conveying of messages and information to attorneys. Efficient and effective preparation of document drafts for filing with U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, PCT international office, or correspondence instructions to foreign counsels. Efficient and effective accessing of patent and trademark office websites and patent and trademark informational on-line sites and timely conveying of information to attorneys or paralegals. Maintaining a professional and affable demeanor in communicating with clients and with others at the Firm. Eagerly seeks out areas to assist the Firm and learns new tasks. Learning and developing expertise in using ProLaw, the Firm s practice management, document management and database system Assist with U.S. patent and trademark prosecution: preparing patent and trademark applications and supporting documentation for filing, filing papers using the EFS-Web and TEAS System, maintaining file current, noting due dates, coordinating with docketing paralegal, following up on all matters related to the patent and trademark process including pre-filing diligence and preparation, patent and trademark prosecution and post-grant processes; Demonstrating and maintaining current knowledge of U.S. and foreign patent and trademark prosecution activities and timelines. Monitoring docket entries and other deadlines and coordinate attorney calendars. Preparing Information Disclosure Statements for filing with U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Perform prior art, assignment, title, competitive and other searches using on-line research tools and databases; Processing Incoming and Outgoing Client and USPTO & foreign Correspondence and reporting actions to the client. Typing and formatting new patent applications preparing and formatting amendments. Conducting trademark searches and reviewing trademark watch reports. Reporting on portfolio status and action items, such as filings with U.S. and foreign patent offices, maintenance fee/renewals/annuity dates and payments, etc. Generating and editing general documents for USPTO filings, client correspondence and internal forms. Typing and editing legal and other documents (including correspondence, memoranda, bills, timesheets and project work) from digital transcription, handwritten or typed materials. Performing support functions associated with firm administrative tasks, including processing new client/matter requests, client bills, and time reports. Copying, distributing and sending (electronically and/or via mail, courier or express service), filing and otherwise handling completed work. Proofreading and redlining work for accuracy of copy, format, grammar, punctuation and syntax. Setting up and maintaining electronic files and paper files, where applicable. Coordinating work as needed with office, firm and third-party service vendors. Preparing time records, expense reports and client bills. Qualifications: Associate's Degree. Knowledge of foreign patent and trademark procedure a plus. Knowledge of litigation and trial preparation a plus. Ability to type 70 WPM with accuracy. Having thorough knowledge and ability to seamlessly and efficiently use MS Office applications including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint. Having the ability to work independently and as a member of a team, take initiative, set priorities and see projects through completion. Having a commitment to personal and professional growth.

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