IP Specialist
IP Specialist
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$ 80000 - 95000
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Job Description
Our Intellectual Property Services department has an excellent opportunity for an IP Specialist in the IP Services department. The position reports to the Patent Manager. The open position focuses on US patent prosecution matters from prefiling to grant in support of the patent prosecution practice.
Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate and apply indepth knowledge of patent filing and prosecution practices in the USPTO. Stay uptodate with current patent laws and practices.
- Assist with the preparation and filing of patent related documents with the USPTO. Ensure legal documents are processed in a timely and efficient manner complying with the firms quality control requirements client guidelines and USPTO regulations and deadlines.
- Monitor maintain and clear dockets for due dates and prepare reminders to attorneys and clients as needed.
- Work with Docketing department to prepare status and docket reports for attorneys and clients.
- Coordinate and interact effectively with attorneys clients and other patent paralegals and specialists on domestic and international patent matters.
- Compose correspondence to attorneys and clients regarding all aspects of patent prosecution.
- Review and process incoming correspondence from the USPTO.
- Update client reports.
- Create maintain and organize electronic and paper files; maintain client preferences and contacts within firm systems.
- Enter billable hours in the firms timekeeping system for certain tasks.
- Assist with miscellaneous clientrelated projects including updating client IP Management Systems.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements:
- Associate Degree (A.A. from a twoyear college with a minimum of 5 years of patent filing and prosecution experience; or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior experience working in a fastpaced professional services environment is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word Outlook Excel and PowerPoint. Experience utilizing Document Management Systems such as NetDocs. Ability to leverage the Firms software to improve efficiency and a proven aptitude to learn new software applications.
- Excellent organizational and planning skills with an ability to prioritize multitask and be detailoriented to complete simultaneous projects with minimal supervision. A tolerance for uncertainty and ability to demonstrate good judgment tact and flexibility under pressure in a fastpaced environment with strict deadlines.
- Strong analytical and communication skills both oral and written. Interpersonal communication skills necessary to maintain effective relationships with partners attorneys clients and staff and to exhibit a high degree of responsiveness diplomacy and professionalism in these interactions.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating instructions procedure manuals general business periodicals professional journals technical procedures governmental regulations financial reports and legal documents.
- Ability to work overtime when needed. Work occasionally requires more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position. Accurately manage and report all time worked on projects.
How to Apply:
Interested individuals should submit their resume to . Please remember to include the job title and office location in the subject or body of your email.
About Us:
BakerHostetler is recognized as one of the leading law firms in the country. With nearly 1000 attorneys across 17 offices coast to coast BakerHostetler is a great place to work for those who seek professional and personal growth in a collaborative environment. We deliver the highest quality counsel to our clients who include many of the nations largest and most wellknown companies. BakerHostetlers values have remained unchanged since our founding more than 100 years ago: dedication to the law commitment to the highest standard of client service continuous development of our people and active participation in the communities in which we work and live.
BakerHostetler offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit program. Specific information is provided during the interview process.
- Competitive Salaries
- Performance Bonus Program
- Generous Time Off
- Generous Retirement Program including 401(k) Plan
- Group Health Dental and Vision Insurance
- BHealthy Wellness Program
- Life Insurance
- Voluntary Accident Insurance Self and Family
- Short and LongTerm Disability
- PreTax Benefit Programs
The expected annual salary for this position ranges from $. The salary offered will be determined by a wide range of factors including but not limited to experience level education/training and relevant skills.
Please visit www.bakerlaw for more information about our Firm.
Baker & Hostetler LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
