Patent Paralegal - Minneapolis, MN

About the role

Fredrikson & Byron is the premier Midwest-based law firm working collaboratively to help businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally, and globally. We are seeking an experienced Patent Paralegal to join our Intellectual Property group. The successful candidate will have a background in patent law and will offer specialized support to the Patent Department.

Responsibilities

• Has familiarity with U.S. Patent & Trademark Office procedures.
• Effectively operates patent-specific technology tools such as patent docketing software, patent searching software, and the USPTO’s Patent Center.
• Has strong knowledge of patent prosecution, including US and foreign.
• Prepares and files patent application materials and other related documents as needed.
• Corresponds with clients and/or associates regarding filings, ongoing prosecution actions, status updates, and requirements for active patent matters.
• Performs patent searches and produces relative reports.
• Records assignments, licenses, name changes, and other agreements.
• Performs other job-related duties and special projects as required.

Requirements

• A minimum of two years’ experience as a patent prosecution paralegal in a law firm or corporation is preferred.
• A Bachelor’s degree or an Associate degree and paralegal certificate are preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills (both oral and written) are essential.
• A high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel, is required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short- and long-term disability, employee resource benefits (inclusive of counseling, coaching, and caregiving guidance), paid parental leave, parenting classes, pre-tax parking and transportation options.
• Retirement plan includes financial planning, Social Security/Medicare planning, 401(k)/Roth investment options, and a firm-paid profit-sharing contribution.

Pay

The estimated starting pay range is $68,000 - $93,000 per year, with compensation dependent on experience, skills, education, professional background, overall qualifications, and geographic market location.