IP Assistant

Key Responsibilities

• Reviews incoming mail for assigned attorney(s) and drafts appropriate correspondence and documents in response.
• Reviews and maintains weekly docket; coordinates with attorneys regarding deadlines.
• Prepares documents, instruction letters and filings of all PCT and direct-filed foreign applications.
• Captures and executes U.S. and foreign formal documents as required.
• Prepares U.S. and foreign reporting and reminder letters.
• Prepares and electronically files with the USPTO documents such as, but not limited to: new U.S. and PCT applications, Information Disclosure Statements, Issue Fees, Formal Drawings, Assignments, Declarations, Extensions of Time, Powers of Attorney and Responses to Office Actions.
• Prepares docket and portfolio reports as requested.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum two years’ experience as a Patent Legal Assistant.
• Strong understanding of patent prosecution process and associated correspondence and deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail with good analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including strong grammar, spelling and proofreading skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are necessary to communicate with a diverse group of attorneys and staff, and on occasion with foreign associates and representatives from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Must be able to accurately follow instructions from attorneys and staff, and provide information with courtesy and tact.
• Proven ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints.
• Computer and database skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook and iManage. Experience using CPi preferred but not required.
• Working occasionally requires a high level of mental and visual effort when performing a high-volume of tasks and other essential duties under deadline.