Job Description

Position Overview:

Adams & Martin Group has partnered with a leading law firm to find an experienced Patent Paralegal to join their esteemed team in Denver. This role is crucial in supporting attorneys with patent prosecution and maintaining intellectual property portfolios. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, capable of managing a high volume of tasks efficiently, and adept at problem-solving.

Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys in drafting correspondence to clients regarding U.S. and international patent prosecution events.
• Communicate directly with clients regarding routine or procedural patent prosecution events under attorney guidance.
• Manage U.S. and international patent portfolios, ensuring the accuracy of patent files, understanding docket deadlines, and action needed on each file.
• Draft various patent prosecution documents related to new applications, formalities, examination, patent appeals, and post-allowance actions for attorney review and file under attorney direction with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Communicate attorney instructions to local counsel regarding international patent matters and preparation and assembly of ancillary documentation.
• Create, monitor, and maintain a U.S. information disclosure statement database in the IP docket management system.
• Assist with patent due diligence projects.
• Navigate the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office online system for application status updates and downloading of documents.
• Conduct substantial country law requirements research, including documentation and filing requirements, and present for attorney action.
• Apply expert knowledge of patent legal procedures, terminology, and activities to paralegal tasks.
• Perform and delegate other tasks as necessary or as directed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree, paralegal certification, or equivalent experience.
• At least 2-5 years of patent prosecution experience, preferably in a law firm setting.
• Experience with Foundation IP software is a big plus.
• Competent understanding and knowledge of the patent process, docketing, and filing responsibilities.
• Competent knowledge of, and exposure to, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office online databases including the electronic filing system.
• Competent knowledge of, and exposure to, international patent online databases.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage a large volume of detailed tasks.

Compensation and Benefits:

The firm is offering a base salary of $85,000 - $114,000 depending on experience and comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with 7.5% matching contribution.
• Life insurance.
• Short and long-term disability.
• Paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid holidays and paid volunteer day.
• Discretionary bonuses.
• Commuter assistance program.
• Hybrid role with ability to work remotely 2-3 days per week.
• And more!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county , to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

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