IP Assistant

About the role

Under direct supervision of the IP Department attorneys, and according to established policies and procedures, the IP Assistant performs a variety of docketing, file maintenance, document and correspondence preparation, and other related duties. A qualified candidate should have a minimum of two years' experience working as an Intellectual Property Assistant with U.S., PCT and foreign patent applications, ability to prepare associated documents and correspondence, and have a strong understanding of the life cycle of a patent and associated deadlines and procedures.

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.
• Coordinates execution and legalization of 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Ability to understand and maintain a daily docket.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including strong grammar, spelling and proofreading skills.
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality.
• 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.
• Work occasionally requires a high level of mental and visual effort when performing a high-volume of tasks and other essential duties under deadline.
• Working Conditions:
• Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like.
• The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the
• performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential
• functions, responsibilities or requirements.
• Equal Employment and Opportunity Statement:

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