Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide. We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start-ups to multibillion-dollar global corporations, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance and advise them. The firm has approximately 1,100 attorneys in 18 offices: 13 in the U.S., three in China, and two in Europe. Our broad spectrum of practices and entrepreneurial spirit allow our staff exceptional opportunities for professional achievement and career growth. The Patent and Innovations Group has an immediate opening for a US Patent Paralegal. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of U.S. patent prosecution experience. The responsibilities of the position will include but are not limited to the following: Prepare and file information disclosure statements Prepare Section 18 listing for Israel Review file history for accuracy in anticipation of payment issue fee Update and maintain IDS reference database Calculate patent term adjustments pre- and post-issuance Calculate Expiration dates Conduct searches, extract data from searches, and organize data from searches with minimal direction Manage IDS related projects and tasks Maintain electronic files Prepare budgets and cost estimates for clients Prepare patent family trees Prepare due diligence charts and track documents Prepare status reports The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, efficient, flexible, results-oriented, and a self-starter. Excellent communication skills, strong computer skills, and strong organizational skills are required. Candidates must also possess the ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced team environment. Knowledge of CPI and/or other docketing system is preferred. Experience with Maxval (IDS Module) is also a plus. Candidates must also be familiar with the United States Patent and Trademark Office’s Patent Application Information Retrieval system, and other patent related databases as well as CFR and MPEP. Occasional overtime work may be necessary. A bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate is required. The primary location for this job posting is in New York. The actual base pay offered will depend upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, professional certifications and licenses, and work location. The anticipated pay range for this position is as follows: $40.76 - $55.15 per hour. The compensation for this position may include overtime and a discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package. Benefits information can be found here. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). The firm requires all U.S. employees to be fully vaccinated and new hires will be required to upload proof of vaccination prior to their start date. At the current time, in accordance with CDC guidance, individuals are considered “fully vaccinated” two weeks after completing the second dose of a two-dose COVID-19 vaccine (e.g., Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna) or two weeks after receiving a single dose of a one-dose vaccine (e.g., Johnson & Johnson/Janssen). If the CDC or local health authorities for our office locations amend their definition of “fully vaccinated” to include vaccine boosters, the firm will do the same. Individuals who wish to be considered for an accommodation on religious or medical grounds, or as allowed by applicable law, may do so by contacting the firm’s Human Resources department. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance them. We represent more than 300 public enterprises and 3,000 private companies in a wide range of today’s cutting-edge industries, from biotech and digital media to software, aviation, and fintech. Over the course of the firm’s 60-year history, our attorneys and professional staff have created a unique working environment. With our historical roots in the fast-paced and innovative world of Silicon Valley, the firm fosters an entrepreneurial spirit and team-oriented approach for all employees, providing professional and personal development opportunities and encouraging all departments to promote a stable and optimal work/life balance. Wilson Sonsini is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce globally. We have built a culture in which employees of all backgrounds, viewpoints, and experiences are encouraged and empowered to achieve their maximum potential, and are consistently recognized among the top law firms in The American Lawyer’s annual Diversity Scorecard and Law360’s Diversity Snapshot rankings. We are also dedicated to enhancing the communities in which we live and work by providing legal services, financial support, and volunteer services to worthy agencies and individuals in need. During fiscal year 2021, our attorneys and staff provided nearly 71,000 pro bono hours, participated in nearly 60 community service projects, and raised in excess of $510,000 for charitable organizations and causes. Wilson Sonsini has offices in Austin; Beijing; Boston; Boulder; Brussels; Century City; Hong Kong; London; Los Angeles; New York; Palo Alto; Salt Lake City; San Diego; San Francisco; Seattle; Shanghai; Washington, D.C.; and Wilmington, DE.