Patent Paralegal

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for aPatent Paralegallocatedin West ChesterPA

EachPatent Paralegal supports DePuy Synthes Intellectual Property Legal team by managing daytoday patent prosecution and portfolio administration activities. This role plays a critical part in protecting the companys innovations by ensuringaccuratetimely and compliant handling ofglobalpatent filings and related documentation. The position offers meaningful exposure to global IP operations within a leading medical device organization and the opportunity to collaborate closely within-houseattorneys otherparalegals business partnersand external counsel.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare file and manage U.S. and international patent prosecution documents including applications responses and formalities.

• Coordinate with patent attorneys inventors and outside counsel to supporttimelyprosecution and maintenance of patent assets.

• Monitorand ensure accuracy ofpatent deadlinesand recordsand follow up on required actions to ensure compliance with global IP requirements.

• Assistwith preparation and submission of invention disclosures and related documentation.

• Support IP portfolio reporting audits and data requests as needed.

• Handle correspondence with patent offices and external service providers.

• Collaborate with patent attorneys and other paralegals tomaintainand update patent practice procedures and policies for DePuy Synthes.

• Apply company policies in all daily interactions and work activities.

Qualifications

Education

• Associates or Bachelorsdegree; paralegal studiesor legalrelated field preferred.

Experience and Skills

Required:

• 810 years of experience supporting patent prosecution or intellectual property legal work.

• Experience supporting U.S. and international patent filings includingpossessingknowledge of U.S.and internationalpatent procedures and documentation requirements.

• Experience using IP docketing and document management systems.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines accurately.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with attorneysother paralegalsbusiness partners and external counsel.

Preferred:

• Prior experience in a medical device life sciences or regulated industry environment.

• Familiarity with patent maintenance and annuity processes.

• Understanding ofintellectual property compliance and recordkeeping best practices.

• Paralegal certificate from an accredited program.

Other:

• Language: Englishproficiency.

• Travel: Minimal; occasional domestic travel may be(<10%).

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