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Title : Paralegal Tier II or III (Intellectual Property) - Hybrid Schedule

Location : Illinois - Chicago
Refer to Job # PZWG861793

Paralegal Tier II or III (Intellectual Property) - Hybrid Schedule 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. 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. The Intellectual Property (IP) Paralegal is primarily responsible for assisting IP attorneys in servicing client s Intellectual Property matters including, the perfection and enforcement of patents, trademarks, and copyrights. This position is not limited to the functions and skills listed on this description and responsibilities may be revised as needed. Job Responsibilities * Preparation, filing and prosecution of domestic and foreign patent and trademark applications (e.g. patent cooperation treaty ( PCT ) filings, annuity payments, correspond with foreign associates, etc.); * Conduct searches on trademark and patent databases; * Experience with inter parties review, post-grant review and covered business method reviews at the PTAB; * Experience with IP due diligence work; * Preparation of patent family summaries and estimates for prosecution matters; * Familiarity with PATTSY docketing system; and familiarity with PracticeLink, a plus; * Ensure that all relevant due dates are being met by the group; * Ability to take the lead on dealing with client needs; * Experience working with foreign associates; * Willingness to handle filings after hours, as needed; * Interpret and understand U.S. Patent and Trademark Office rules; and * Other administrative duties within IP department, as assigned. Job Requirements * College Degree required with IP training and/or a paralegal certificate preferred. * General office skills required. * Seven to ten years of prior IP practice experience and knowledge patent cooperation treaty ( PCT ) papers. * Excellent organizational skills. Must be detail oriented. Effective oral and written skills. Current software knowledge, including MS Access or other database software is required. Knowledge of patent searching databases. Knowledge of the Dialog database a plus. * 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. Salary and Benefits Reed Smith offers a competitive salary, flexible benefits program, tuition assistance, and generous 401 (k) plan. Paralegal Tier II or III (Intellectual Property) - Hybrid Schedule Reed Smith, a global relationship law firm, is seeking an experienced Paralegal Tier II or III for their Intellectual Property team. The paralegal will assist attorneys in providing legal services to clients, including perfection and enforcement of patents, trademarks, and copyrights. Job Responsibilities * Preparation, filing and prosecution of domestic and foreign patent and trademark applications (e.g. patent cooperation treaty ( PCT ) filings, annuity payments, correspond with foreign associates, etc.); * Conduct searches on trademark and patent databases; * Experience with inter parties review, post-grant review and covered business method reviews at the PTAB; * Experience with IP due diligence work; * Preparation of patent family summaries and estimates for prosecution matters; * Familiarity with PATTSY docketing system; and familiarity with PracticeLink, a plus; * Ensure that all relevant due dates are being met by the group; * Ability to take the lead on dealing with client needs; * Experience working with foreign associates; * Willingness to handle filings after hours, as needed; * Interpret and understand U.S. Patent and Trademark Office rules; and * Other administrative duties within IP department, as assigned. Job Requirements * College Degree required with IP training and/or a paralegal certificate preferred. * General office skills required. * Seven to ten years of prior IP practice experience and knowledge patent cooperation treaty ( PCT ) papers. * Excellent organizational skills. Must be detail oriented. Effective oral and written skills. Current software knowledge, including MS Access or other database software is required. Knowledge of patent searching databases. Knowledge of the Dialog database a plus. * Supervisory Responsibilities: None. * Equipment To Be Used: Personal computer and other office equipment such as telephone, calculator College Degree required with IP training and/or a paralegal certificate preferred.

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