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Title : Paralegal - Intellectual Property

Location : Michigan - Detroit
Refer to Job # GUSC798715

Paralegal - Intellectual Property The candidate will be reviewing, processing, and maintaining docket system for filing deadlines, responses, renewals, oppositions, Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) requirements and payment of patent annuities in foreign countries. Filing new Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) applications, national stage applications and directly filed foreign applications. Coordinating domestic and international filings with the USPTO and foreign law offices and/or other foreign entities. Researching and compiling information pertaining to national and international patent rights including searches of USPTO records, industry databases and general legal research. Preparing formal documents, including Declarations, Powers of Attorney, Assignments, and other formal documents as required by foreign countries. Reviewing incoming correspondence from WIPO, RO/US and/or foreign associates regarding current status of foreign or PCT applications - and ensure accuracy of information, including Official Filing Receipts, Publications, Notifications, Assignments, Acceptances, and Letters Patent documents. Filing documents in response to Invitations to Correct Defects, Payment of Additional Search Fees, and any other documents received from the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) or the U.S. Receiving Office (RO/US). Obtaining legalizations and certifications. Preparing status summary reports and correspondence for clients. Performing research and compiling data as requested by attorneys and assisting with client-related projects. The candidate must have Bachelor's degree in business or related field and/or certification from an accredited paralegal program. Must have 2 years of patent experience. Knowledge of US and foreign patent rules and procedures are required. Must have advanced knowledge and proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel) as well as PATTSY Wave docketing software, IPDAS, and PATBASE. Must have concise and effective written and verbal communication. Must have exceptional client service skills, discretion, and judgment to ensure client confidentiality. Must have proactive and detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills. Must be self-motivated professional with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

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