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At Benesch we pride ourselves on exceeding expectations and building trust not only with our clients but with our employees - Benesch's #1 asset. Committed to providing not only the highest level of legal service to our clients, Benesch also aspires to create a positive work environment for our employees. Our Firm continues to earn placement on Chicago and Cleveland's Top Workplaces list, along with Cleveland's NorthCoast 99 Top Workplaces rankings. We also continue to advance on the AmLaw 150 list, placing us among the top 150 law firms in the country.
Benesch is proud to be recognized for being a Firm that attracts and retains top talent - making Benesch a great place to work. We offer a hybrid schedule, career development and growth, transparent and visible leadership teams, and a place where diversity, equity and inclusion is celebrated. In addition, the Firm offers a full array of benefits which can be viewed at .
Working with Us - Come and "Be Benesch!"
We are Cleveland's second largest law firm, and have offices in Chicago, Columbus, San Francisco, New York City and Wilmington. We continue to expand our geographic footprint and value the talent that comprises each of our locations. If you are someone who champions a First in Service approach and are ready to be part of an exciting and growing Firm, we would invite you to apply to join our team.
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Benesch is proud to announce the opening for a Patent Paralegalin our Chicago office! This position is hybrid and has work from home flexibility.
Position Summary:
The Patent Paralegal will assist in a wide range of administrative and procedural duties primarily related to the firm's US and/or foreign patent prosecution practice.
Essential Functions:
Additional Responsibilities:
Confidentiality:
Due to the nature of your employment, various documents and information, which are of confidential nature, will come into your possession. Such documents and information must be kept confidential at all times.
Qualifications:
Paralegals should preferably hold a valid Paralegal certification, in addition to ten (10) years of patent prosecution experience. A firm understanding of electronic filings (both U.S. and foreign) in addition to IP docketing systems is required. Must have solid time management and organizational skills; high level of accuracy and attention to detail; self-motivated and pro-active; and have excellent customer service attitude.
Benesch is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Benesch Human Resources Department by phone at 216-363-4578 or email at .
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
At Benesch we pride ourselves on exceeding expectations and building trust not only with our clients but with our employees - Benesch's #1 asset. Committed to providing not only the highest level of legal service to our clients, Benesch also aspires to create a positive work environment for our employees. Our Firm continues to earn placement on Chicago and Cleveland's Top Workplaces list, along with Cleveland's NorthCoast 99 Top Workplaces rankings. We also continue to advance on the AmLaw 150 list, placing us among the top 150 law firms in the country.
Benesch is proud to be recognized for being a Firm that attracts and retains top talent - making Benesch a great place to work. We offer a hybrid schedule, career development and growth, transparent and visible leadership teams, and a place where diversity, equity and inclusion is celebrated. In addition, the Firm offers a full array of benefits which can be viewed at .
Working with Us - Come and "Be Benesch!"
We are Cleveland's second largest law firm, and have offices in Chicago, Columbus, San Francisco, New York City and Wilmington. We continue to expand our geographic footprint and value the talent that comprises each of our locations. If you are someone who champions a First in Service approach and are ready to be part of an exciting and growing Firm, we would invite you to apply to join our team.
Want to know more? To hear from some of our team, click here:
Benesch is proud to announce the opening for a Patent Paralegalin our Chicago office! This position is hybrid and has work from home flexibility.
Position Summary:
The Patent Paralegal will assist in a wide range of administrative and procedural duties primarily related to the firm's US and/or foreign patent prosecution practice.
Essential Functions:
- Responsible for a wide range of administrative and procedural duties relating to the initial phases of filing patent applications, through the completion of the patent prosecution process, including electronic filings and maintenance of same.
- Prepare documents related to various phases of U.S. and Foreign patent prosecution, including but not limited to; information disclosure statements, formal documents, office action response shells and notice of allowance due diligence.
- Maintain and manage the prosecution docket; follow up on items to ensure due dates and deadlines are met from initial filings to issuance through renewals.
- Prepare correspondence with foreign associates regarding required documentation, ensuring deadlines are met and reporting PCT documents to clients.
- Provide direction and mentorship to incoming associates and IP team to ensure all patent matters are properly processed, maintained and reported.
- Responsible for understanding all aspects of USPTO and PCT filings, having working knowledge of how to resolve issues as they arise.
- Meet billable goals as established by practice management.
Additional Responsibilities:
- May require overtime as needed.
- Perform additional office support duties as assigned/requested.
Confidentiality:
Due to the nature of your employment, various documents and information, which are of confidential nature, will come into your possession. Such documents and information must be kept confidential at all times.
Qualifications:
Paralegals should preferably hold a valid Paralegal certification, in addition to ten (10) years of patent prosecution experience. A firm understanding of electronic filings (both U.S. and foreign) in addition to IP docketing systems is required. Must have solid time management and organizational skills; high level of accuracy and attention to detail; self-motivated and pro-active; and have excellent customer service attitude.
Benesch is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Benesch Human Resources Department by phone at 216-363-4578 or email at .
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
