Patent Specialist

Newark, DE - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Patent Specialist

Essential Duties:

Responsible for the preparation of IP documents; e-filing with the USPTO and other offices
Prepare legal correspondence and proofreading to ensure accuracy
Answer telephone calls transfer calls to the appropriate staff and take messages
Maintain attorney dockets and monitor deadlines
Process bills; proof billing sheets; review and edit bills
Arrange travel; process expenses
Daily mailing and filing responsibilities

Related Duties:

Assist other Patent Assistants within the group
Photocopy and collate documents for mailings
Compile and prepare reports and presentations

Minimum Qualifications:

Training and Experience

A minimum of two years of legal assistant experience in the patent field. Must type a minimum of 70 words per minute.

Knowledge Abilities and Skills:

Comprehensive knowledge of US and foreign patent & trademark prosecution procedures
Comprehensive knowledge in the preparation of IP documents; e-filing with the USPTO
Comprehensive knowledge of effective proofreading techniques
Comprehensive knowledge of MS office
Must be able to multi-task in an extremely fast paced environment
Ability to type accurately and use a personal computer
Excellent oral and written communication skills

Patent Specialist Essential Duties: Responsible for the preparation of IP documents; e-filing with the USPTO and other offices Prepare legal correspondence and proofreading to ensure accuracy Answer telephone calls transfer calls to the appropriate staff and take messages Maintain attorney dock...