Patent IP Paralegal

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.