Intellectual Property Paralegal

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SummaryThis position provides patent prosecution support for Intellectual Property lawyers who primarily work on patent issues in the chemical, mechanical, and electrical arts, and in biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.u202F The individual must be able to work independently in an environment that is heavily computer-based, follow established client and team guidelines for matter management, maintain positive contact with clients, and observe confidentiality of client matters. This position is under the direction of the Paralegal Services Department.u202Fu202Fu00A0DetailsQualified candidates will have the following skills/proficiencies:u202Fu00A0U.S. Patent Prosecutionu00A0Assist with preparation of patent application requisite documents including transmittal forms, assignments, information disclosure statements, declarations forms and all other related forms. Complete electronic filing of patent applications including provisional, non-provisional and design patentsu00A0Assist with prosecution of patent applications including drafting of Office Action u201Cshellu201D response and Preliminary Amendments and filing of responses with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.u202F Manage client documents for execution including power of attorney forms and assignment formsu00A0Review and manage docket deadlines.u202F Complete related status checksu00A0Manage timely payment of maintenance fees for patents. Correspond with foreign counsel regarding new patent filings and related prosecution deadlinesu00A0Prepare reporting letters to client and contact with clients as neededu00A0Prepare and file Information Disclosure Statements u00A0Foreign Patent Prosecutionu00A0Knowledge of PCT Rules and Regulationsu00A0Prepare and file Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) applications. Manage and draft related documents in support of patent application as needed including Correction to Defects and Recording Changes to application.u202F Review Search Reports, Examination Reports and Written Opinions.u00A0Correspond with foreign counsel regarding new patent filings and related prosecution deadlinesu00A0Manage timely payment of maintenance fees and annuity payments for foreign patents and patent applicationsu00A0Review and manage docket deadlines.u202F Complete related status checksu00A0Prepare reporting letters to client andu202Fcommunicate with clients as neededu202Fu00A0u202FDue Diligenceu00A0Conduct database searches for patent, assignment, and security lien statusu00A0Assist transaction teams with searchesu00A0Client Relationsu00A0Respond to various client requestsu00A0Prepare and maintain patent status chartsu00A0Maintain close direct client relationshipu00A0u202FRequirementsu00A0Bacheloru2019s degree with a 3.5 cumulative GPA preferred; paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved school preferredu00A0Approximately 5-10 years of patent prosecution experience in a mid- to large-size law firmu00A0Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Adobeu00A0Strong, concise communication and written skillsu00A0Able to work overtime, including weekends, sometimes as needed, without noticeu00A0Some travel may be necessaryu00A0Able to lift boxes that weigh up to 20 lbs.; able to sit or stand for long periods of timeu00A0We are proud of our remarkably cohesive culture, which now encompasses more than 2,000 lawyers and business professionals in 23 offices worldwide.u202F We seek to attract and develop the very best talent to work with us.u00A0King & Spalding LLP (K&S) is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all state, federal, and local laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other status protected by applicable law.u00A0

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