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Tarter Krinsky & Drogin LLP · 1 month ago

Patent Paralegal

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$80K/yr - $130K/yr

5+ years exp

Tarter Krinsky & Drogin LLP (TKD) is a growing law firm located in New York City, seeking an experienced Patent Paralegal to support patent attorneys in the Intellectual Property Department. The role involves managing patent prosecution work, assisting with the preparation and filing of patent applications, and ensuring all deadlines are met while maintaining strong relationships with clients and colleagues.

Consulting

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Accurately completing work assigned by multiple attorneys, including:

Assisting with the preparation of provisional, non-provisional and design patent applications as well as filing of such applications in the US Patent and Trademark Office and WIPO. Knowledge and proficiency with USPTO Patent Center; Preparing and filing responses to Office Actions, assignments, and other documents with the USPTO

Preparing documentation for filing patent applications in other countries

Working with the attorneys to ensure all due dates are met in advance

Assisting attorneys and clients in managing patent portfolios and matters

Establishing and maintaining electronic files according to current firm policies utilizing the firm’s record protocol procedures and document management system

Complies with and understands Firm operation, policies, and procedures

Performs other related duties as assigned or needed. Proactive in balancing multiple work demands, taking personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of their work, and maintaining client and Firm confidentiality

Qualification

Patent prosecution experienceUSPTO Patent CenterMicrosoft Office 365Trademark filing proceduresAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsDetail-orientedTeam player mentality

Required

A High School Diploma or equivalent. 4 years College degree preferred

5 years of patent prosecution experience

Demonstrates an in-depth understanding and advanced proficiency of task-specific patent prosecution concepts, procedures, and best practices

Knowledge of trademark filing procedures in the US Patent and Trademark Office is a plus

Excellent organizational, verbal, written communication, analytical, planning, and proofreading skills

Detail-oriented, efficient, and reliable

Maintains a 'can do' attitude, patience, and a positive team player mentality

Ability to work both independently, with a team, and in a demanding and fast-paced environment

Ability to organize, prioritize and handle multiple projects and shift priorities simultaneously

Works effectively with various types of clients

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams; iManage, and Adobe

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K

Disability

Life insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Company

Tarter Krinsky & Drogin LLP

Tarter Krinsky & Drogin LLP is a law firm located in New York.

Founded in 2001

New York, New York, USA

51-200 employees

http://tarterkrinsky.com

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