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Saul Ewing LLP Patent Paralegal in PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania
Saul Ewing is seeking a talented hybrid patent paralegal to support its intellectual property group. Responsible for providing paralegal/administrative support to the Intellectual Property Group under the direct supervision of the Manager of Intellectual Property Prosecution.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with the preparation, filing, prosecution, and maintenance of domestic and foreign patent applications
- Prepare client letters, reporting status of applications and patents;
- Review docket for deadlines; understand docket and deadlines and action needed on each file;
- Inform responsible attorneys of deadlines; interpret and understand the rules of the USPTO, PCT and other international patent offices, relating to IP; and
Assist with IP due diligence projects, as needed.
KNOWLEDGE OR SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Familiarity with US and international patent law;
- Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate and follow instructions effectively from a diverse group of clients, attorneys and staff and provide information with professionalism and tact;
- Ability to work under pressure while producing a high volume of information with attention to detail while producing an accurate document;
- Willingness and ability to accept changing assignments and priorities;
- Ability to compose, proofread and edit (e.g., punctuation, grammar, spelling) routine memoranda and correspondence;
- Ability to identify and analyze complex issues and problems and to recommend and implement solutions;
- Strong PC knowledge in order to utilize various online electronic filings with government agencies and to maintain worksheets for clients;
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word); strong organizational and administrative skills;
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written;
- Proficient with using and/or understanding docketing software;
- Maintain accurate information in the Firm's various software applications associated with IP; and
Ability to provide quality client service to both internal and external clients effectively and professionally.
EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum five years' paralegal/administrative experience in the Intellectual Property Field.
Experience in on-line IP database searching.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION Work is performed in a professional office environment and requires the following during the work day:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time (working at a computer)
- Repetitive movement (i.e. heavy computer/keyboard use).
- Individual will interact regularly with others verbally, in-person, and via written communication.
May require occasional light lifting (files, copy paper, etc.).
In addition to the essential functions outlined above:
- Individual in this position will provide additional assistance and support as directed by their supervisor.
This job description is subject to change at any time.
Saul Ewing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, seek qualified applicants and make personnel decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.