Patent Paralegal - Remote

At Bochner PLLC, we are looking for a highly motivated and organized Patent Paralegal to join our growing team!

Purpose

The Patent Paralegal will be responsible for drafting and filing US and PCT related patent documents and assisting in the preparation of foreign related patent documents. The Patent Paralegal will communicate with clients, and support patent attorneys.

Essential Functions

• Prepare patent documents related to various phases of US and Foreign patent filings with appropriate government agencies.
• Communicate with attorneys, patent agents, clients/inventors, and foreign agents regarding the status of patent applications.
• Coordinate and maintain calendars, follow up on items to ensure due dates and deadlines are met.
• Proactively review and maintain docket and communicate with firm’s attorneys regarding status and deadlines of patent matters.
• Organize and maintain electronic client files.
• Maintaining positive relations with internal clients and co-workers and contributing to the self-directed team structure to assist with overflow and specialized tasks within guidelines set by the firm.
• Enter the billable time and expenses for clients utilizing a billing system.
• Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree OR Paralegal Certificate required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ Patent Paralegal experience, within most recent employment history required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of USPTO patent rules and procedures.
• Knowledge of filing requirements and procedures for Paris Convention and PCT applications required.
• Proficient in the creation, revision, and filing of patent documents; reviewing and maintaining a docket; and managing all forms of client communication required.
• Must have strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Pro required.
• Excellent knowledge of grammar, spelling and punctuation required.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills required, with the ability to shift priorities quickly without compromising deadlines or quality required.

Behavioral Competencies

• Ability to write and demonstrate exceptional communication skills required.
• Ability to sustain close working relationships with attorneys, colleagues, and clients required.
• Ability to work independently and in a team by assisting co-workers when required.
• Ability to communicate professionally and adapt interpersonal skills to a variety of audiences required.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking skills and detail orientated required.
• Demonstrate multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks required.
• Ability to be resourceful, innovative and demonstrate problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to demonstrate behavior on a consistent basis that supports company values.
• Ability to work remote from a US residential address, if not working in a designated company office.
• Expected to be available and communicative during normal business work hours with flexibility to include evenings and weekends.
• Must have a professional and distraction-free workspace that is free from safety hazards.

To apply, answer all prescreen questions, complete the assessments, and submit your resume via this ad. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview by our Human Resource Team at GuidantHR. Please do not contact our office directly.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Describe your experience managing a patent docket.
• Share the key points of a successful patent application.
• How do you organize your workday? Please include strategies used to manage and track multiple patent applications simultaneously.
• What motivated you to apply for this position?
• Are you able to work evenings and weekends when needed?
• What is your desired annual rate of pay?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Patent Paralegal: 1 year (Required)
• Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Pro: 1 year (Required)
• USPTO: 1 year (Preferred)
• Paris Convention and PCT Applications: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Paralegal Certificate (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote