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Intellectual Property Paralegal (Patent Pros)
Atlanta, GA Salary: Competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with qualifications and experience. # Intellectual Property Paralegal (Patent Pros) ## Job Overview Merchant & Gould P.C. is seeking an Intellectual Property Paralegal to join our Intellectual Property law firm. The position may be located in one of our six offices – Minneapolis, Denver, Knoxville, Atlanta, New York, or Alexandria, VA. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the preparation and filing of design patent and utility patent applications in the United States. ## Job ID: 1152 ## Position: Legal Specialist ## Location: Minneapolis ## Practice Area: ## Open Date: Wednesday, March 15, 2023 ## Pay Type: ## Job Function: Staff ## Responsibilities * Establish and maintain patent files, including the preparation of formal documents for filing, such as abstracts, drawings, and preliminary amendments * Establish and maintain trademark files, including the preparation of formal documents for filing, maintenance, or renewals, such as specimens and declarations * Review incoming correspondence from foreign associates for essential docketing and for non-substantive responses due in connection with filing of applications * Maintain and update docket with respect to new filings * Maintain a docket of due dates for patent applications and renewal of trademark registrations and be responsible for monitoring, resolving, and clearing those dates * Assist in the on-going procedural aspects of prosecution * Prepare estimates of filing and prosecution costs * Work as a team member with other Prosecution Legal Specialists to establish back-up and workflow and have joint responsibility for establishing quality control measures ## Job Requirements * BA degree and paralegal certificate or equivalent experience with some relevant work experience or a minimum of 3 years on-the-job experience with U.S. trademark prosecution filing * Ability to work independently and meet critical deadlines under supervision of attorney * Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints * Ability to concentrate on detailed work for up to 80% of worktime * Ability to use advanced computer software (after training) and use effectively use and maintain a computer data base * Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate and follow instructions from a diverse group, including clients (usually in writing), attorneys, and others, and to provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact * High level of responsibility, dedication, and accuracy required ## Salary Competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with qualifications and experience. |
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