IP Specialist - Patent Prosecution-Top national law firm! Hybrid option!
Detail-oriented IP professional with expertise in U.S. and international patent prosecution, including preparation and filing of patent applications, docket management, correspondence with USPTO and foreign associates, and maintaining accurate records throughout the patent lifecycle. Skilled in reviewing Office Actions, preparing formal documents, managing deadlines, and ensuring compliance with statutory rules. Known for strong organizational skills, process accuracy, and ability to support attorneys and inventors in fast-paced legal environments.

• Prepare, file, and monitor U.S. and PCT patent applications and related formal documents.

• Manage prosecution deadlines through accurate docketing and workflow tracking.

• Coordinate with inventors, attorneys, examiners, and foreign associates.

• Review and process USPTO Office Actions, IDS submissions, and formalities.

• Maintain patent databases and ensure adherence to U.S. and international filing requirements.

• Support the drafting of client communications and prosecution strategies.

• Handle e-filing using USPTO (PAIR, Patent Center) and international portals.

• Manage annuities, assignments, and recordation processes as needed.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.