Law Firm

Washington, DC, United States

Legal Staff Paralegal in Washington, DC

Legal Staff

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Paralegal The candidate will assist with the preparation of patent application requisite documents including transmittal forms, assignments, information disclosure statements, declarations forms and all other related forms. Will complete electronic filing of patent applications including provisional, non-provisional and design patents. Assist with the prosecution of patent applications including drafting of Office Action shell response and Preliminary Amendments and filing of responses with the United States Patent and Trademark client documents for execution including the power of attorney forms and assignment forms. Review and manage docket deadlines.? Complete related status checks. Manage timely payment of maintenance fees for patents. Correspond with foreign counsel regarding new patent filings and related prosecution deadlines. Prepare reporting letters to clients and contact clients as needed. Prepare and file Information Disclosure Statements. Knowledge of PCT Rules and Regulations. Prepare and file Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) applications. Manage and draft related documents in support of the patent application as needed including Correction to Defects and Recording Changes to the application.? Review Search Reports, Examination Reports and Written Opinions. Correspond with foreign counsel regarding new patent filings and related prosecution deadlines. Manage timely payment of maintenance fees and annuity payments for foreign patents and patent applications. Review and manage docket deadlines.? Complete related status checks. Prepare reporting letters to clients and?communicate with clients as needed. Conduct database searches for patent, assignment, and security lien status. Assist transaction teams with searches. Respond to various client requests. Prepare and maintain patent status charts. Maintain close direct client relationships.

The candidate should preferably have Bachelor's degree with a cumulative GPA; a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved school is preferred. Must have 5-10 years of patent prosecution experience in a mid-to large-size law firm. Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Adobe are required. Must have strong, concise communication and writing skills.

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