Patent Paralegal - IPR/IPP

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Dinsmore is seeking an Intellectual Property Paralegal to support multiple attorneys in our Intellectual Property practice group.

Responsibilities

• Review and organize files; review docket for deadlines
• Prioritize workload to meet foreign filing deadlines and due dates
• Prepare and review appropriate correspondence from foreign patent associates and to clients and associates regarding new applications, formal requirements, filing details, etc.
• Assist in filing of U.S., International (PCT), and foreign patent applications (including preparation and review of necessary filing documents)
• Process Office Actions from US and foreign patent offices
• Familiarity with the USPTO Patent Center, and experience filing patent applications and responses therein
• Prepare, maintain and update reports for clients regarding status of applications and patents, including reporting filing receipts for applications, publication notices and forwarding patent certificates
  
  

Requirements

• Minimum of 2-5 years Intellectual Property experience and have previous Foreign filing experience, and strong computer skills
• General knowledge of Patent Prosecution rules/regulations
• Detail oriented, highly skilled, flexible and have the ability to prioritize a busy workload
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills required for successful achievement
  
  

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