Intake Patent Paralegal

SUMMARY:

The Patent Paralegal (Intake) assists attorneys across various practice groups with intake of new patent files. The Paralegal will also be responsible for additional prosecution related projects including but not limited to foreign filing letters, title perfection, IDS preparation and filing. The Patent Paralegal closely manages the deadlines associated with patent prosecution across foreign and U.S. jurisdictions for intake and works collaboratively and effectively with attorneys, clients, and other staff to collect necessary materials and triage for entry into our systems. The Patent Paralegal also works with attorneys, team members and other staff on additional patent prosecution work and other special projects as needed. The billable goal for this position is 1000 hours.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of three to six (3-6) years of US and foreign patent prosecution.
• Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate in a clear and concise manner.
• Excellent time management, prioritization, problem-solving, organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a high-pressure environment.
• Knowledge of legal terminology, rules, regulations, and procedures specific to practice area.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills and can work effectively with individuals at different levels of an organization.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of matters and other firm business information.
• Highly flexible and can respond calmly, efficiently, and effectively in stressful situations.
• Punctual and reliable and able to meet set deadlines and work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to adhere to established work schedule, but with flexibility required to respond to workload demands including overtime requests when needed.

Location (Hybrid): Boston, MA Wolf Greenfield does not offer visa sponsorship. All job openings are subject to export control regulations.

The expected salary range for this position is $88,300-$104,300 annually. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Any offer of employment is subject to the successful completion of a background check (and reference check). It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Wolf Greenfield offers a comprehensive benefit package focused on the overall well-being of firm employees. Our benefits include multiple health care plan options, vision and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts/health saving accounts and life insurance. Eligibility for our employer sponsored 401(k) plan includes an employer match and discretionary profit sharing. The firm is invested in our employees development by providing tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities. Additionally, WGS offers further benefits and perks focused on employee well-being including generous paid time off; including sick time and vacation time, parental leave, commuter benefits, charitable matching gift program, well-being support and much more!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $88,300.00 - $104,300.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• US and Foreign Patent Prosecution: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Boston, MA 02210 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Boston, MA 02210: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Boston, MA 02210

Salary : $88,300 - $104,300