IP/Patent Paralegal (Entry Level – M.E./Physics Degree)

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Dynamic law firm with a broad based, highly ranked Intellectual Property (IP) Practice is seeking an entry level IP Paralegal/Patent Paralegal to join its Mechanical Practice Group in Washington, D.C. Duties for this IP Paralegal/Patent Paralegal position will include:

  • providing paralegal support to attorneys and patent agents in all areas of patent prosecution, maintenance, and litigation;
  • drafting correspondence including letters to clients, United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO), US and Foreign associates;
  • performing patent searches utilizing electronic databases (i.e. USPTO, foreign and third party databases);
  • preparing information disclosure statements for filing with USPTO;
  • cite checking/Shepardizing briefs and memoranda; and
  • assisting with special projects and assignments as necessary.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics or related scientific discipline from a top tier nationally ranked institution along with strong academic credentials is required.
  • 0 – 2 years of patent prosecution experience in a law firm setting is ideal but will train right candidate.
  • Must have excellent, spelling, grammar, vocabulary and computer skills (specifically MS Word and Excel); experience with Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
  • Must be detail oriented and have excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must be able to meet deadlines and efficiently work under pressure.
  • Must be flexible to work overtime on an as-needed basis.

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume in MS Word format to resume@point6search.com. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn | Google+. Visit .6SEARCHPARTNERS for other career opportunities.

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