Sr. Paralegal – IP Foreign Patent
| Company | Goodwin |
|---|---|
| Location | Santa Monica, CA, USA, San Francisco, CA, USA, Mountain View, CA, USA |
| Salary | $92000 – $165000 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of experience working as a paralegal supporting patent prosecution attorneys.
- Experience with all aspects of preparing US and foreign patent filings is required.
- Strong written and oral communication skills are essential, as there will be frequent contact with clients and attorneys.
- Candidates must have the ability to juggle multiple assignments and deadlines simultaneously, and work as a member of a team.
- BA/BS preferred.
- Experience with CPI and iManage preferred.
- Candidates in California must meet the requirements of the California Business and Professions Code to qualify for this position.
Responsibilities
- Assist with drafting and filing PCT forms and direct national filing papers.
- Obtain formalities, communicate with foreign patent associates, the US PTO and World Intellectual Property Organization regarding patent matter.
- Prepare reporting and other relevant correspondence to clients.
- Track patent deadlines.
- Collaborate with patent attorneys/docketing team to ensure deadlines are met.
- Prepare national phase cost estimates.
- Assist IP Management team with staffing portfolios.
- Assist with providing peer training.
- Assist with onboarding new team members.
Preferred Qualifications
- BA/BS preferred.
- Experience with CPI and iManage preferred.