Patent Paralegal - IPR​/IPP

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Dinsmore is seeking a Patent Paralegal to support multiple attorneys in our Intellectual Property practice group.

This position can be located in:
Ann Arbor, MI;
Bloomington, IN;
Boston, MA;
Charleston, WV;
Cincinnati, OH;
Columbus, OH;
Dayton, OH;
Houston, TX;
Huntington, WV;
Indianapolis, IN;
Lexington, KY;
Louisville, KY;
Miami, FL;
Morgantown, WV;
Orlando, FL;
Tampa, FL;
Troy, MI;
Wheeling, WV

• Review and organize files; review docket for deadlines
• Prioritize workload to meet foreign filing deadlines and due dates
• Prepare and review appropriate correspondence from foreign patent associates and to clients and associates regarding new applications, formal requirements, filing details, etc.
• Assist in filing of U.S., International (PCT), and foreign patent applications (including preparation and review of necessary filing documents)
• Process Office Actions from US and foreign patent offices
• Familiarity with the USPTO Patent Center, and experience filing patent applications and responses therein
• Prepare, maintain and update reports for clients regarding status of applications and patents, including reporting filing receipts for applications, publication notices and forwarding patent certificates

• Minimum of 2-5 years Intellectual Property experience and have previous Foreign filing experience, and strong computer skills
• General knowledge of Patent Prosecution rules/regulations
• Detail oriented, highly skilled, flexible and have the ability to prioritize a busy workload
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills required for successful achievement

Equal Opportunity Employer