Harvard Resource Solutions is seeking an IP Patent Paralegal for our law firm client in Chicago, IL on a direct hire basis.

Hybrid Schedule: 4 days in office for the first 6 months. 3 days in the office, 2 days at home is standard firm policy.

Duties:

• Coordinate domestic and international filings with USPTO and foreign entities.
• Manage docket system for action due dates and patent annuities.
• Prepare and file documents with USPTO and foreign counsel.
• Record assignments and correspond with clients.
• Generate status reports for attorneys and clients.
• Handle correspondence from foreign associates and obtain legalizations.
• Conduct research on patent rights, including USPTO records and industry databases.

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree preferred, with at least one year of patent experience.
• Familiarity with U.S. and foreign patent work.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and research databases like Lexis/Nexis.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Attention to detail and follow-up.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to professionalism and willingness to learn new tools.

Client offers excellent benefits to include full medical, dental and vision, PTO, 401K, profit sharing.

If you are a high performer and would like to work for an equally high performing company and you think the above opportunity is appropriate for you, we invite you to apply to this job and email your resume to rrice@hrsus.com

We treat all resumes with strict confidentiality. We will always contact you first before submitting your resume to our client(s) for review. If you do not receive correspondence, you are not a fit for this position.

At Harvard Resource Solutions, our talent acquisition team is proud to provide our clients with the most qualified Administrative & Clerical talent in the industry today.