Paralegal - Patent
Company: Winthrop & Weinstine
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: May 2, 2024
Job Description:
TITLE Paralegal - PatentABOUT THE ORGANIZATION Winthrop &
Weinstine is a leading corporate law firm that believes in putting
clients first, culture second and paving our own path forward. We
bring perspective, insight and a whole lot of hustle to protecting
and propelling our clients' business. Through a culture of fresh
thinking, we put the law to work. EOE STATEMENT Winthrop &
Weinstine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status,
protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by
law. DESCRIPTION Winthrop & Weinstine is seeking a Paralegal to
provide support to our Patent Group. The responsibilities for this
position will include, but not limited to:
- Collaborate with attorneys, other firm members, and clients to
file, prosecute US, PCT, and foreign patent applications including
National Phase, Direct National, Utility, Continuation, Divisional,
CIP, and Provisional.
- Educate clients & firm members on a variety of prosecution
needs such as country law updates, pilot programs, & foreign filing
strategy.
- Preparation & filing of US patent prosecution documents
including all aspects of initial application filings, Preliminary
Amendments, Missing Parts/Requirements responses (Declaration,
Power of Attorney, Sequence Listing, Replacement Drawings,
Substitute Specifications), Assignments, Information Disclosure
Statements, retrieving references; review & preparation of
responses to Restriction Requirements, Office Actions, & Appeals;
final review of entire file history corresponding to issuance of
Notice of Allowance, payment of Issue Fee; preparation & filing of
corrections on Filing Receipts & Assignment Recordations, other
special requests.
- Prosecution of PCT applications including review and response
to all incoming documents from the RO, IB, ISA, & IPEA.
- Preparation & coordination of filing for foreign direct
national & national phase patent applications. Correspondence with
foreign counsel at all stages of prosecution. Review & recitation
of foreign IP laws & requirements to clients. Review of all
incoming correspondence from foreign associates for deadlines and
other requirements to progress applications.
- Manage patent docket deadlines, ensure all filings are
completed in a timely manner, and maintain updated information on
patent applications; oversee outsourced docketing functions,
perform docketing and file management.
- Preparation of docket reports & discussions with clients and
firm members regarding deadlines & requirements in the US &
worldwide.
- Communicate effectively with inventors, clients, and foreign
counsel to ensure the smooth progression of patent matters.
- Handle administrative tasks such as managing files, organizing
documents, and maintaining electronic and physical records.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- A minimum of three years of experience as a Patent Paralegal,
preferably within a law firm or corporate legal department.
- Experience with USPTO and PCT filings, as well as common
international rules and procedures.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proficiency in using patent database software and document
management systems.
- Experience with Foundation IP docket management software a
plus.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a
team-oriented environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, including
the ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet
deadlines.
- Paralegal certificate or Bachelor's degree is preferred.
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Keywords: Winthrop & Weinstine, Blaine , Paralegal - Patent, Other , Minneapolis, Minnesota
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