Trustpoint One is working with a full service law firm in its search for a Patent Prosecution Specialist to provide support for portfolio management, prepare and submit papers to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), correspond with clients and provide status updates, manage departmental deadlines and personal docket, and monitor and update workflows for assigned clients. The Patent Prosecution Specialist can work a hybrid schedule in any of the following locations: Boston, Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco or Washington, DC.
Patent Prosecution Specialist Job Responsibilities:
- Prepare and electronically file documents at the USPTO”, including applications, preliminary/312 amendments, response to notices, petitions, information disclosure statements, issue fees, etc.
- Prepare basic patent documents for client execution and file same at the USPTO, including declarations, assignments, powers of attorney, etc.
- Prepare and forward reporting letters to clients regarding USPTO communications, such as Formalities Notices. Also, prepare and forward reporting letters to clients regarding USPTO filings.
- Prepare and forward reminders to clients regarding due dates and instructions.
- Review application papers being filed in the USPTO for accuracy and completeness regarding inventors, assignees, priority data, etc.
- If applicable, enter time and the billing description for completed tasks.
- Ensure compliance with policies and procedures implemented by the client and Firm
Qualifications:
- Minimum four-year college degree.
- Minimum of two years of experience in patent prosecution.
- Knowledge of current U.S. prosecution and U.S. Patent laws and rules.
- Knowledge of USPTO online sites and related websites.
- Ability to take ownership over projects and responsibilities and resolving issues proactively.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines, including demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects with often competing deadlines.
- Ability to resolve issues and concerns proactively, constructively, directly and respectfully.
- Ability to assess risk management issues and understanding when to seek appropriate assistance.
- Respect for confidentiality of client information.
- Meticulous attention to detail, accuracy and thoroughness.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management, staff and timekeepers.
- Strong technical aptitude and understanding, including ability to quickly learn new software applications.
- Proficient in software applications related to functions of position, including Word and Outlook; basic knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint preferred; some knowledge of docketing database preferred.
All candidates must be able to work at a computer screen for a sustained amount of time.
Trustpoint.One provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Qualified Patent Prosecution Specialists should submit their resume in Word format.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $93,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10019
