Patent Prosecution Paralegal

Overview

Foley & Lardner LLP is a great place to work because of what we do and how we do it. Here, your unique perspectives, experiences, and abilities will be embraced and developed, so you can excel. Being a part of Foley means having the opportunities and resources necessary to gain experience, advance professional goals, and forge meaningful connections. It’s a place where you can build your career and enjoy professionally satisfying work. We have over 2,300 people who are #HappyatFoley, and we think you will be too.

The Intellectual Property (Patent) Paralegal will be responsible for managing client portfolios, including all filings and correspondence for both US, PCT, and foreign prosecution of assigned clients. This entails creating, revising, and filing of all prosecution documents in US and PCT applications, corresponding with foreign associates regarding all aspects of foreign prosecution, and timely reporting of official correspondence concerning the same. The position requires excellent attention to detail, strong organizational and prioritization skills, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be highly adaptable, proactive, and have a high level of analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. A strong working knowledge of Microsoft products and comfort level with technology are essential. The ability to work both independently and in a team environment is a must. Strong customer service orientation and oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with all tiers of personnel and clients are integral.

Responsibilities

• Support various intellectual property attorneys to provide excellent service to our clients
• Prepare and file, or instruct, on all aspects of US, PCT, and foreign prosecution
• Draft formality documents, attend to document legalization (where necessary), comply with priority document requirements
• Review and maintain a docket of associated deadlines of assigned clients
• Timely report official communications to the client and foreign associates
• Consistently achieve 1500 billable hour requirement (including approved non-billable time)
• Perform additional duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in international, PCT, and US prosecution required
• Must have a high school diploma (or equivalent); college degree and/or a paralegal certificate from a school approved by the ABA is preferred
• If residing in California must meet requirements to be a Paralegal as defined by the State of California
• Thorough knowledge of patent procedural requirements of USPTO practices required
  
  

Pursuant to the Illinois Equity Pay Act the salary range for this Chicago based position is between $ 75,100 - $122,500 . Pursuant to the California Pay Transparency for Pay Equity Act this San Diego based position is between $75,100 - $122,500, Los Angeles based position is $78,500 - $128,100 and San Francisco/Palo Alto based position is $85,300 - 139,300. Pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act the salary range for this Denver based position is between $75,100 - $122,500. Pursuant to the Washington DC Pay Transparency Law and New York City Human Rights Law, the salary range for this DC or New York based position is between $81,900- $133,700. These figures represent the full compensation range of this position. The actual offered amount will be determined based on the following factors: education, experience, geographic market, and internal pay equity at Foley. We are accepting ongoing applications.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without consideration to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, domestic partner status or medical condition. Foley & Lardner LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Foley offers a comprehensive benefit program which currently includes Paid Time Off; Paid Holidays; Medical, Dental and Vision insurance; 401(k) Retirement; Disability and Life insurance; Adoption Assistance; Backup Care for Dependents.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled.

About Foley & Lardner

Foley is an Am Law 50 law firm consistently ranked among top-tier practices. With over 1,100 lawyers in 26 offices across the United States, Mexico, Europe, and Asia, our market-leading platform includes Corporate, Intellectual Property, and Litigation. Adding depth to our bench strength, we focus on four primary sectors: Energy, Health Care & Life Sciences, Innovative Technology, and Manufacturing. We look beyond the law to focus on the constantly evolving demands facing our clients and act as trusted business advisors to deliver creative, practical, and effective solutions.

For nearly two centuries, Foley has maintained its commitment to the highest level of innovative legal services and to the stewardship of our people, firm, clients, and the communities we serve. While respecting our roots, we’re also continuously looking to modernize all aspects of our business and elevate who we are and what we do, which keeps us focused on the future.