Paralegal
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Job Location:
San Diego, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 110000 - 135000
Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
San Diego California
Job Description
Paralegal (Mid-level Patent Prosecution) Position Summary
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLPs San Diego office is seeking an experienced Patent Prosecution Paralegal to support attorneys in all aspects of U.S. and international patent prosecution. This position requires strong organizational skills attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced law firm environment. Hybrid schedule with mandatory in-office presence at least three days per week.
Responsibilities
Prepare file and manage U.S. and international patent applications including provisional non-provisional PCT and national phase filings
Draft and file USPTO documents including responses to Office Actions IDSs assignments declarations powers of attorney and related correspondence
Coordinate foreign patent filings with international associates and monitor deadlines
Maintain accurate docketing of patent deadlines and ensure timely compliance with USPTO and foreign jurisdiction requirements
Communicate with attorneys clients inventors and foreign counsel regarding filing requirements and case status
Maintain and organize patent prosecution files and electronic records
Assist with patent portfolio management audits and reporting as requested
Qualifications
At least five years of patent prosecution paralegal experience in a law firm environment
Strong knowledge of U.S. patent prosecution procedures and USPTO rules
Experience with international patent filings and foreign associate coordination
Proficiency with USPTO Patent Center and IP docketing systems
Excellent organizational communication and time-management skills
Ability to manage multiple deadlines with minimal supervision
Preferred Qualifications
Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience
Experience supporting multiple attorneys and clients
Familiarity with patent portfolio management software
Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for the position in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.
California Pay range for this role with final offer amount dependent on skillset and experience is $110000 - $135000.
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position please contact us at .
Key Skills
- Legal Drafting
- Proofreading
- Google Docs
- Organizational skills
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Case Management
- Legal Research
- Research Experience
- Paralegal
- Filing
- Writing Skills
About Company
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman is an international law firm with a particular focus on the technology & life sciences, energy, financial, and real estate & construction sectors. Recognized as one of the most innovative law firms by Financial Times and one of the top firms for client ... View more
