Description & Requirements
Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP is seeking an experienced Patent Paralegal to join its Intellectual Property Practice Group.
The successful candidate will be versed in all facets of patent prosecution, including U.S., PCT, non-PCT convention, and national stage filings.
This position can be located in our North Carolina or South Carolina offices.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
Knowledge and execution of US patent filings via EFS
Knowledge and management of foreign patent prosecution and work with foreign agents
Review office actions and other communications from patent offices and reporting same to client
Prepare office action response shells for attorney
Prepare formal documents, forward to client for signature and file with various patent offices
Monitoring daily docket and take appropriate steps to clear deadlines
Work closely with docketing staff to ensure all dates are docketed
Communicate with USPTO personnel as needed. Handle and process foreign associate invoices
Other tasks as assigned
REQUIREMENTS :
Bachelor's degree and 5-10 years of experience with patent docketing and / or prosecution administration; or equivalent combination of education and experience with Intellectual Property filing and prosecution rules and regulations
Experience in patent prosecution and with a focus on filing US and foreign patent documents in a variety of countries
Experience filing patent applications
Must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team with great attention to detail, interacting with all levels of firm personnel and with clients
Ability to develop and document processes and procedures
Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of foreign associates
Strong knowledge of Windows-based software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook; documents management systems, including Worksite (or iManage), docketing systems, such as CPi
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Ability to take the initiative to accomplish objectives in a timely manner while demonstrating professionalism
Knowledge of U.S. and foreign procedures and processes relating to patent prosecution and filing patent applications
Experience working in a law firm environment
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer.
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