Patent Paralegal

"All candidates must be directly contracted by ASK Consulting on their payroll and cannot be subcontracted. We are unable to provide sponsorship at this moment".Job Title: Patent ParalegalWork Location: Local candidates only - hybrid, 1 dayweek in the San Francisco office is required, candidates who live further south may opt to go to the Sunnyvale office for the second itial Length: 6 months with a high possibility of extension depending on performance and team fitWork Schedule: Full Time - Monday-Friday, 980 schedule (Overtime is not expected but could be possible based on business needs and will occur only when requested and approved by the manager)Travel Requirements: NonePR Range: $44hr + $4 (HCSO) - $62hr + $4 (HCSO)Job Description:Seeking a full-time contractor for a Patent Paralegal role. This position is required to be 2 daysweek in the office. (1 day must be in-person in San Francisco; the other day can be either in San Francisco or in Sunnyvale.) As a member of the IP Operations team, you will report to the Manager, Principal Patent Paralegal, and help establish and protect our rights to our innovations. You will coordinate U.S. and foreign filing and prosecution, collaborating with a large team including in-house attorneys, agents, and patent paralegals, as well as outside counsel. You must be comfortable with multi-tasking and prioritization in a fast-paced environment with close attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness. You must excel at obtaining and effectively communicating information related to pending patent applications and matters of U.S. and foreign patent law.Essential Job Functions:Research, prepare, and draft complex legal documents for international patent filings and prosecutionPrepare aesthetic and accurate U.S. applications and PCT applications and documents using ePCT. File PCT and U.S. applications electronically through the Patent CenterWork with internal attorneys, agents, and international law firms utilizing knowledge of U.S. and foreign patent rules and requirements to respond to office actions, complete formalities, and provide all materials and support. Monitor and ensure all deadlines are metRespond to questions regarding third-party and patents from internal and external customersResearch and provide accurate responses regarding patent terms, relevant dates, priority applications, ownership, and other pertinent information by researching appropriate resources, including internal databases, attorney reports, and external specialized patent resources such as Patent Center, Espacenet, Patentscope, and worldwide patent officesEnsure compliance with patent handling proceduresPerform other duties as assigned by the immediate managerKnowledge, Skills, Experience, and Education Required:Bachelor's degree, paralegal certification, or the equivalent in experienceMinimum of three years of combined U.S. and foreign patent filing experienceBoth in-house and private practice law firm experience preferredDemonstrates integrity and honesty in all mattersExhibits professionalism and composure in stressful situations and in meeting short deadlinesSolid knowledge of U.S. and international patent filing procedures and rulesAbility to read, understand, and extract relevant information accurately from legal documentsSolid skills in Microsoft Office applications, including intermediate to advanced skills using Word and Excel.Experience with MxHero, Box, Anaqua or other patent and trademark docketing systems a plusThe ability and willingness to learn new software applicationsStrong oral, written, and organizational skillsAbility to work both independently and collaborativelyAbout ASK: ASK Consulting is an award-winning technology and professional services recruiting firm servicing Fortune 500 organizations nationally. With 5 nationwide offices, two global delivery centers, and employees in 42 states-ASK Consulting connects people with amazing opportunitiesASK Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

Created: 2025-01-26