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Title : Patent Paralegal Tier Ii Iii

Location : New Jersey - Princeton
Refer to Job # GYTM826956

atent Paralegal Tier II III Next Job Apply for Job Job ID 505809 Location Philadelphia;Princeton Full/Part Time Regular/Temporary Regular Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job US Job Description Firm Information Reed Smith is a global relationship law firm with more than 1,700 lawyers in 30 offices throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Founded in 1877, the firm represents leading international businesses, from Fortune 100 corporations to mid-market and emerging enterprises. Its lawyers provide litigation and other dispute resolution services in multi-jurisdictional and other high-stakes matters; deliver regulatory counsel; and execute the full range of strategic domestic and cross-border transactions. Reed Smith is a preeminent advisor to industries including financial services, life sciences, health care, advertising, entertainment and media, shipping and transport, energy and natural resources, real estate, manufacturing, technology, and education. For more information, visit reedsmith.com. Position Summary Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures provides legal/general support to the firm's attorneys and their clients. Must be familiar with and observe the firm's established policies and guidelines. Must maintain positive contact with attorneys (both the firm's and outside counsel), support staff, clients and vendors. Observes confidentiality of client and firm matters. This position is not limited to the functions and skills listed on this description and responsibilities may be revised as needed. The Patent Paralegal is primarily responsible for assisting IP attorneys in servicing client s Patent Prosecution and post-grant proceeding matters including, management of worldwide patent prosecution dockets, electronic filing (EFS) of documents with the USPTO, including the PTAB, and liaising with foreign patent counsel.. This position is not limited to the functions and skills listed on this description and responsibilities may be revised as needed. Essential Functions Proficiency in patent prosecution, including (1) electronic filing of domestic patent applications (including patent cooperation treaty ( PCT ) with the USPTO, (2) preparation of patent prosecution documents, including transmittal papers, inventors Declarations, and Assignments for recordation at USPTO; (3) reporting filings and Office Actions to client. Familiarity with U.S. Patent and Trademark Office procedural rules for patent prosecution, including provisional patent application practice, USPTO due dates, petitions for extensions of time, maintenance fees for domestic patents and annuity payments for foreign patent applications; Experience with patent searches on patent databases, such as Orbit, PatSnap, USPTO website; Managing worldwide patent docket and keeping track of to ensure that all relevant due dates to ensure deadlines are being met by the attorney; Ability to take the lead on dealing with client needs and directly communicating with paralegals at client; Experience working with foreign associates with respect to foreign patent filings, payment of annuities, etc.; Willingness to handle filings after hours, as needed; and Other administrative duties within IP department, as assigned. Requirements Education: College Degree required with patent prosecution training Experience: At least six years or more as a patent paralegal with experience with US patent prosecution, including PCT practice. General office skills required.. Skills: Excellent organizational skills. Must be extremely detail oriented. Effective oral and written skills. Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word. Knowledge of patent searching databases. Knowledge of the Dialog database a plus. Other Supervisory Responsibilities: None Equipment To Be Used: Personal computer and other office equipment such as telephone, calculator, fax, machine, copier, scanner, etc. Typical Physical Demands: Manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office equipment. Typical Mental Demands: Able to work effectively in a fast paced environment. Make judgment decisions and adapt to changing work situations. Grasp and apply new ideas. Communicate with various personalities at all levels. Working Conditions: Works in typical office setting. Occasionally called upon to work hours in excess of your normal daily schedule. Reed Smith offers a challenging work environment, business casual dress code and a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, flexible benefits program, tuition assistance, and generous 401 (k) plan. Reed Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reed Smith's success depends heavily on the effective utilization of qualified people, regardless of their race, ancestry, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, veteran's status, or any characteristic protected by law. As a firm, we adhere to and promote equal employment opportunity for all. Reed Smith provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities, including in the application and interview process. Qualified candidates only. No search firms.

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