Patent Prosecution Specialist​/Information Disclosure & Formalities

Overview

Sughrue Mion, PLLC, an internationally recognized Intellectual Property law firm located in Washington, DC is seeking a patent prosecution specialist for the Information Disclosure and Formalities Department. This position will prepare and file various types of Information Disclosure Statements and other Formalities with the USPTO.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare and e‑file information disclosure statements, and other formalities in the USPTO, maintain established productivity and accuracy standards, and ensure the adherence to policies and procedures that are designed to meet the specific requirements of the client.
• Prepare client correspondence and forms for attorney review and signature
• Prepare client demand bills and transmit with reporting letters
• Maintain accuracy and productivity standards as set by the Director of IP Services and the IDS Department Manager
• Maintain working knowledge of most current USPTO rules and procedures
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the IDS Department Manager

This position is located in the Washington, DC office. It is a remote position; however, employees may be required to come into the office from time to time for training, meetings, etc.

College degree preferred. Additional secretarial, business or technical training helpful.

Minimum of 1‑2 years of patent prosecution experience preferred.

• Excellent writing, organizational, problem‑solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to handle confidential matters professionally
• Ability to work well under pressure and adjust quickly to changing priorities
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to exercise sound judgment
• Ability to manage time, people, and resources to meet deadlines
• Ability to take initiative, manage projects and handle multiple competing priorities
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to constantly changing priorities

The requirements for this position include, but are not limited to, those outlined above. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. It is the employer’s discretion to add or change the duties or requirements of this position at any time.