JOB TITLE: Patent Paralegal
LOCATION: San Francisco, CA (Hybrid; 2 days/week in office)
PAY RANGE: $40 - $68/hr.
DURATION: 6 Months (potential extension)
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking a full-time contractor for a Patent Paralegal role. As a member of the IP Operations team, you will report to the 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 multitasking 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.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Research, prepare, and draft complex legal documents for international patent filings and prosecution
Prepare accurate U.S. applications and PCT applications and documents using ePCT. File PCT and U.S. applications electronically through Patent Center
Work 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 met
Respond to questions regarding third-party and our patents from internal and external customers
Research 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 offices
Ensure compliance with patent handling procedures
Perform other duties as assigned by immediate manager
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of three years of combined U.S. and foreign patent filing experience
Both in-house and private practice law firm experience a plus
Demonstrates integrity and honesty in all matters
Exhibits professionalism and composure in stressful situations and in meeting short deadlines
Solid knowledge of U.S. and international patent filing procedures and rules
Ability to read, understand, and extract relevant information accurately from legal documents
Solid 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 is a plus
The ability and willingness to learn new software applications
Strong oral, written, and organizational skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Demonstrates a willingness to learn and effectively utilize emerging technologies, including AI-powered tools, to improve efficiency, enhance data quality, and support patent operations workflows while exercising sound professional judgment.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor s degree, paralegal certification, or the equivalent in experience
BENEFITS SUMMARY: Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.
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BENEFITS SUMMARY:
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.
FAIR CHANCE POLICY:
Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.
Numbers & Facts
Location
San Francisco, CA
Salary
$40–$68.97 Per Hour
Skills
Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
Attorneyunmatched
Business Operationsunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Compensation Managementunmatched
Data Qualityunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Docketing Systemunmatched
Emerging Technologyunmatched
Establish Prioritiesunmatched
Intellectual Property (IP)unmatched
International Lawunmatched
Legalunmatched
Legal Documentsunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Microsoft Wordunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Operational Supportunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Paralegalunmatched
Patent Applicationsunmatched
Patentsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Trademarksunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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