Apple · 1 day ago
Patent Specialist
Cupertino, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$49.56/hr - $74.36/hr
5+ years expApple is a company known for its innovative products and services. They are seeking an experienced Patent Specialist to provide legal support for patent prosecution processes and strategies, collaborating with internal and external counsel.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
Maintaining accurate patent databases
Providing reports
Managing projects, dateline management
Monitoring and managing patent annuities and foreign filing deadlines
Overseeing and managing outside counsel support administration
Providing backup support for other members of the Patent Services and Operations team
Supporting the documentation of prosecution practices and procedures
Working cross-functionally within the patent team or other legal teams
Qualification
Required
5+ years of paralegal experience in both US and Foreign patent prosecution
Strong proficiency in US and foreign patent prosecution procedures, rules, and regulations including PCT practice, annuities, patent terms, and foreign filing deadlines and practices
Experience using commercial IP Management Systems (e.g., CPI, Anaqua), USPTO Patent Center, Espacenet, and other patent-search and database tools
Preferred
Strong critical thinking and attention to detail for identifying and monitoring potential errors in patent prosecution documents
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask effectively to meet deadlines
Collaborative team player, able to share responsibility and work cohesively with others
Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Design specific patent prosecution and deadline-management experience
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Tim Cook
CEO
Craig Federighi
SVP, Software Engineering
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