The Forum Group ยท 22 hours ago
Patent Paralegal
The Forum Group is seeking a highly capable patent paralegal to assist their law firm with filing patent applications and handling patent infringements. The role involves maintaining Intellectual Property dockets, researching patent databases, and monitoring the filing status of patents.
Responsibilities
Collaborating with the USPTO, attorneys, liaisons, foreign associates, and staff
Extracting relevant IP information from official USPTO databases and correspondence
Generating docket reports, performing IP docketing, and tracking deadlines
Entering new U.S. Provisional, Continuation, Utility, Design, CIP, Opposition, Divisional, and re-examination files into databases
Assisting attorneys with patent filing by resolving discrepancies, errors, and omissions
Maintaining IP records and reviewing files
Reporting to Senior Intellectual Property (IP) Attorneys
Performing IP research on public and private databases
Processing incoming and outgoing correspondence
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in business, or a post-secondary program with law-related coursework
State-approved accredited paralegal certification
A minimum of two years of experience in patent docketing and prosecution administration
Proficiency in legal terminology and electronic databases, including the USPTO's Trademark Electronic Search System (TESS)
Experience in managing IP records and generating docket reports
Extensive knowledge of patent filing and review
Exceptional ability to perform research and keep track of deadlines
Ability to collaborate with others and work independently
Exceptional recordkeeping and communication skills
Company
The Forum Group
We are located at 550 Seventh Avenue, 21st Floor, New York, NY 10018. Our walk-in hours are from Monday-Friday at 9am-12pm.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown1996-03-25Acquired
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