IP Applications Assistant

Muncy, Geissler, Olds & Lowe, PC • Full-time • Remote (VA, US) • 1m ago

Description:

Muncy, Geissler, Olds & Lowe, P.C. is looking for an IP Applications Assistant.

Job duties include many clerical aspects of patent prosecution associated with filing and subsequent formalities, including docketing, billing, client correspondence, proofreading, preparing and forwarding forms to clients for signature, checking documents for completeness and compliance with both USPTO and MGIP rules and regulations, preparing and filing documents with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Document submissions include, but are not limited to, new utility, design, provisional, and plant applications, original and supplemental application data sheets, recordation of assignments and other document affecting ownership, declarations, powers of attorney, chain of title forms, priority documents, information disclosure statements, preliminary amendments, sequence listings, English translations, responses to pre-examination formalities notices (Notices to File Missing Parts, Notices to Correct Application Papers, Notices to Comply, etc.), requests for corrected Official Filing Receipts, corrective assignments, and other types of documents on an as-needed basis.

Job duties include complying with USPTO and MGIP rules and regulations, as well as other projects on an as-needed basis.

Training will be provided for PerfectLaw, EFS, EPAS, CTS, and other programs used by our office.

No prior experience is required. On-the-job training will be provided.

Requirements:

Applicants must possess the following skills:

Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
Strong organizational and writing skills.
Superior proofreading skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work under pressure in a high-volume environment.
Must be sufficiently computer literate and capable in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and Internet Explorer. Microsoft Excel is a plus.
Ability to lift/carry at least 20 lbs.