Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough · 23 hours ago
Foreign Filing Specialist
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$80K/yr - $95K/yr
2+ years expNelson Mullins, an AmLaw 60 firm, is seeking a Foreign Filing Specialist to support its Intellectual Property group, performing a variety of foreign patent prosecution-related tasks. The role involves managing foreign filing and formalities, preparing and filing PCT applications, and ensuring compliance with foreign patent prosecution requirements.
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Hiring Manager
Brittney McDaniel Robinson
Responsibilities
Support the firm’s foreign patent prosecution efforts by preparing and filing PCT applications and handling related prosecution filings and client correspondence
Work closely with foreign patent counsel to manage national and regional stage entries, including formality requirements and non-substantive actions throughout foreign prosecution
File direct foreign applications based on U.S. priority filings and ensure all formalities are completed accurately and on time, with ongoing oversight throughout prosecution
Assist with preparing client cost estimates to support budgeting and portfolio planning and may occasionally prepare and file 111(a) applications with foreign priority and 371 applications to enter the U.S. national stage
Attend client or foreign associate meetings related to foreign prosecution matters
Help manage foreign filing deadlines through docketing, communicate regularly with attorneys, clients, vendors, and foreign patent counsel
Stay current on foreign intellectual property law to serve as a resource to the team
Help maintain the systems and procedures that support the Foreign Filing department
Qualification
Required
2+ years of direct foreign prosecution experience
Extensive knowledge and understanding of the foreign patent procurement process
Understanding and familiarity with the necessary tools and resources to perform the required functions
Strong organizational and prioritization skills
Experience researching patent law rules and procedures
Ability to synthesize and communicate information
Excellent communication skills
High attention to detail
Adaptability and ability to handle a high-volume practice
Proactive and team oriented
Preferred
Experience in a high-volume law firm environment
Benefits
Healthcare
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Company
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough is a law firm that specializes in a variety of legal areas.
1001-5000 employees
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