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Title : Patent Prosecution Paralegal

Location : District of Columbia - Washington
Refer to Job # STPL762548

Patent Prosecution Paralegal The candidate will be part of a team of attorneys, paralegals and support staff providing a high level of service to both internal and external clients. Under the supervision of attorneys, will provide support for all types of US and foreign patent activities. Operate as part of a team of attorneys and support staff and will assume ownership for all aspects of file management to ensure a high level of service to both internal and external clients. Assist in filing of US, 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. Effect national phase entry of PCT applications, and prepare and file continuing applications. 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. Perform PTA calculations and requests for correction. Maintain accurate daily time records for client billing purposes. The candidate should preferably have paralegal certificate from ABA approved program. Must have 5+ years of experience as a patent prosecution paralegal, legal secretary or comparable position with experience working in a law firm or in house legal environment. Four-year degree or equivalent law firm experience is also preferred. Must be familiar with USPTO Procedures, Rules and Requirements. Knowledge of US and PCT patent rules and procedure; knowledge of national laws of other countries; knowledge of Paris Convention and deadlines set therein essential. Knowledge of various Courts systems and filing requirements is required. Should have high level of proficiency with technology including MS Office Suite applications, Adobe Acrobat, US Patent Office Electronic Filing System, Dialog and other internet research tools. Should have experience with Electronic Filing USPTO procedures. Must have ability to travel, if needed.

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