What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Patent Legal Secretary position at Rothwell, Figg, Ernst & Manbeck, P.C.?
Rothwell Figg seeks a Patent Legal Secretary with 2-4 years of patent prosecution experience (some litigation experience is a plus). Successful candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite; accurately type 60 words per minute; proficient in USPTO PATENT CENTER platform; possess excellent written and oral communication skills; detail oriented; strong organizational skills; and must be a team player. Bachelor's or Associate's degree preferred. This position requires flexibility to work overtime as needed. Rothwell Figg offers a hybrid work schedule, excellent benefits, and competitive salaries. This hybrid work position is located in the Washington, DC office.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Prepare drafts and file executed documents for new applications including Provisional, National Phase, Continuation, Divisional, and Continuation-in-Part;
- Review and process formalities including Filing Receipts, Notices of Missing Parts, and Notices of Publication;
- Prepare drafts and file executed documents during patent prosecution stage such as Responses/Amendments, IDS’s, petitions, etc.;
- Keep up to date on USPTO rules;
- Revise documents, including generating tables of content and authorities for briefs;
- Make travel arrangements and process expense reports;
- Time entry and electronic file maintenance;
- Provide relief coverage at the reception desk; and
- Perform other related administrative duties as assigned.
SALARY RANGE: $60,000 - $80,000
Rothwell Figg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.77 - $41.03 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Profit sharing
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- USPTO Patent Center: 3 years (Required)
- patent prosecution legal secreatry: 10 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Washington, DC 20001: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20001
Salary : $60,000 - $80,000