Patent Paralegal

Job Title: Patent Paralegal

Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Duration: Full time

Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ degree and Paralegal certification preferred.
• Two or more years of patent experience required.
• Knowledge of and familiarity with U.S. and foreign patent work (prosecution, maintenance and renewals).
• Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in Word, Excel, and the ability to work with Innovation, PATTSY, Lexis/Nexis, and other research databases.
• Must be a problem solver, willing to work and think with independence, handle confidential information with discretion, and accept responsibility for producing work that is consistently complete and accurate.
• Exceptional organizational skills, highly versatile and adaptable and able to multitask in a pressured environment.
• Ability to handle a high volume of work and work through projects with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Excellent work ethic and a commitment to professionalism.
• Willingness to learn and use new research materials and practice tools.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Experience:

• foreign patent: 2 years (Required)
• USPTO: 2 years (Required)
• Patent law: 4 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Chicago, IL 60654 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60654: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $85,000 - $95,000