Eckert Seamans is a full-service national law firm with a strong reputation and history of success that spans more than 65 years. With approximately 300 lawyers across a network of 15 offices, we provide clients with proactive, solution-oriented business and litigation counsel. We are seeking an experienced Patent IP Paralegal.

Primary Responsibilities:

Assist in the preparation, filing, and prosecution of domestic and foreign patent applications, including Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) applications and associated documents
Track docket entries and deadlines
Prepare reports for attorneys and clients
Confer with clients, foreign associates and U.S. Patent and Trademark Office personnel
Conduct patent watch investigations and publication investigations
Arrange for legalization of documents in connection with mergers and change of name documents in foreign countries
Oversee the maintenance fee services provided to our clients by CPA Global, arrange to set-up new accounts, and act as liaison when issues arise
Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities

Excellent communication skills
Excellent interpersonal customer service skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to prioritize tasks
Ability to function well in a high-paced environment.
Aptitude for learning new applications, systems and processes
Proficient with Office365
Proficient in docketing databases
Proficient in PATTSY WAVE, USPTO Patent Center, WIPO, Global IP Estimator
Proficient in document management systems: iManage preferred.
Knowledge of foreign patent docketing

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience required
Paralegal certificate from an ABA qualified program preferred
Minimum five years patent prosecution experience

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer.

Travel expectation:

None

Benefits:

Generous PTO and holiday schedule
Medical/Vision/Dental insurance
Hybrid work schedule
Commuter Benefits
Paid parental leave
401k plan

Eckert Seamans is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability or any protected military or veteran status.

Eckert Seamans will not consider resumes submitted by external agencies or recruiters unless specifically requested and approved by an HR/Recruiting representative for this position. Prior approval is required even if the agency or recruiter has an agreement in place with Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC. An external agency or recruiter will not be compensated in any way for the submission of a candidate for this position if prior approval is not obtained.

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