Patent Specialist

An international law firm is seeking an engineering patent agent to join their team. This person will work in the intellectual property group. The Patent Agent works with Patent Attorneys to secure patents by preparing, filing and prosecuting applications involving new inventions with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. Please include a cover letter, resume, school transcripts (please include each school), and writing sample with your online application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Responsibilities: Evaluating the patentability of innovations and invention disclosures. Preparing, drafting and filing patent applications. Drafting responses to domestic and foreign Office Actions. Performing research and analysis and providing guidance on a variety of patent and Intellectual Property related issues. Performing prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses. Preparing draft amendments to patent claims, specifications and abstracts. Assisting patent attorneys with the global prosecution of complex patent families. Requirements Experience in both writing original patent applications and prosecuting pending applications. 3+ years of extensive work experience in the electrical/mechanical/computer technologies patent prosecution field required. A degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science or equivalent technical experience. Candidates currently licensed to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office as an agent are strongly preferred but consideration will be made to candidates with extensive experience who are planning to take the Bar. Familiarity with Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) practice is preferred.

Looking for a new role with great benefits? We currently have an opening for a receptionist. Join our team for exposure to the legal field. We are looking for a dedicated receptionist who is friendly and professional. Our firm offers FREE medical for all staff, profit sharing and paid time off. Job Summary: Answer heavy phones and direct the calls to the appropriate person. Greet clients or vendors when they arrive and notify appropriate person advising of their arrival. Maintain availability of the conference rooms. Keep common spaces, including break areas, clean and tidy at all times. Provide general office support and clerical duties including some data entry.

An international law firm is seeking an engineering patent agent to join their team. This person will work in the intellectual property group. The Patent Agent works with Patent Attorneys to secure patents by preparing, filing and prosecuting applications involving new inventions with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. Please include a cover letter, resume, school transcripts (please include each school), and writing sample with your online application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Responsibilities: Evaluating the patentability of innovations and invention disclosures. Preparing, drafting and filing patent applications. Drafting responses to domestic and foreign Office Actions. Performing research and analysis and providing guidance on a variety of patent and Intellectual Property related issues. Performing prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses. Preparing draft amendments to patent claims, specifications and abstracts. Assisting patent attorneys with the global prosecution of complex patent families. Requirements Experience in both writing original patent applications and prosecuting pending applications. 3+ years of extensive work experience in the electrical/mechanical/computer technologies patent prosecution field required. A degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science or equivalent technical experience. Candidates currently licensed to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office as an agent are strongly preferred but consideration will be made to candidates with extensive experience who are planning to take the Bar. Familiarity with Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) practice is preferred.

We are seeking qualified individuals for process server and process server trainee positions. If you are interested in a new challenge or additional work opportunities, please contact us immediately. We are currently looking to expand our coverage areas. We seek registered process servers who are dedicated to long-term career growth and financial stability. Desired qualifications include: * Demonstrated proficiency in written and verbal communication. * Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. * Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. * Proficiency in following detailed instructions, both written and verbal. * Capacity to multitask effectively while managing frequent interruptions. * Skill in prioritizing numerous tasks and assignments. * Must possess a smartphone. MUST BE ABLE TO COMMUNICATION EXCEPTIONALLY WELL.

Responsibilities: Prepare and file U.S. trademark prosecution and maintenance documents electronically with the USPTO including but not limited to applications, office action responses, extensions of time, statements of use, affidavits, renewals, assignments, and powers of attorneys. • Identify and prepare appropriate specimens of use for submission to the USPTO, and communicate with clients regarding same. • Prepare and file trademark documents with WIPO and through the Madrid Protocol, including but not limited to applications for International Registration, responses to Notices of Irregularity, renewals, assignments, and powers of attorney. • Work with and correspond with foreign counsel in connection with prosecution and maintenance of trademark applications/ registrations outside of the United States, including attending to notarization and legalization of documents. • Communicate with clients regarding trademark status and upcoming deadlines as needed. • Conduct preliminary trademark clearance searches online and USPTO website. • Prepare and file copyright applications for registration. • Conduct due diligence on trademark portfolios and IP-related corporate transactions. • Assist with preparation and filing TTAB petitions, motions, and other paperwork. • Assist with investigations of third-party use of marks, preserving evidence, creating PDFs and making exhibits for briefs and other filings. • Assist in preparation and filing of UDRP actions. • Prepare and file, or instruct, on all aspects of US, PCT, and foreign prosecution. • Proof and edits patent applications and office actions and prepares office actions. • File and assist in prosecution of design applications (including convention deadlines for filing abroad). • Review files and prepare of Information Disclosure Statements and accompanying documents. • Assist clients with ongoing third-party patent monitoring. • Ensure deadlines are calendared and reported; experience with using trademark docketing software systems, preferably CPI. • Maintain a docket of IP deadlines and coordinate and communicate deadline responses with relevant attorneys and staff. Requirements 5+ years of IP Prosecution experience College degree and/or paralegal certificate required.  Strong working knowledge of MSOffice (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Relativity, and Concordance required.  Knowledge of iManage a plus. 

We are seeking qualified individuals for process server and process server trainee positions. If you are interested in a new challenge or additional work opportunities, please contact us immediately. We are currently looking to expand our coverage areas. We seek registered process servers who are dedicated to long-term career growth and financial stability. Desired qualifications include: * Demonstrated proficiency in written and verbal communication. * Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. * Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. * Proficiency in following detailed instructions, both written and verbal. * Capacity to multitask effectively while managing frequent interruptions. * Skill in prioritizing numerous tasks and assignments. * Must possess a smartphone. MUST BE ABLE TO COMMUNICATION EXCEPTIONALLY WELL.