Paralegal (Patent Prosecution)

Location: Atlanta, United States; hybrid and in-office work

Hiring salary range: $120,000–$170,000 per year

Company

Law firm providing intellectual property legal services through attorney-led client matters and practice groups.

What you will do

• Support attorneys and clients on US, PCT, and international patent prosecution matters.
• Monitor docket deadlines, review daily reports, and coordinate follow-up with attorneys, clients, management, and the IP docket department.
• Prepare and file patent applications, pre-grant filings, IDS submissions, assignments, and name changes under attorney supervision.
• Review and report USPTO and foreign correspondence and respond to client instructions and inquiries.
• Maintain electronic files, worksheets, document-management records, and accurate billable and non-billable time entries.
• Manage daily workflow, communicate priorities, collaborate across practice groups, and provide backup or training support to other paralegals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent specialized training, education, and experience.
• Minimum eight years of progressive patent prosecution experience.
• Working knowledge of the CFR and MPEP, with proficiency in US, PCT, and international patent law.
• Ability to work independently and with teams in a hybrid and in-office setting in Atlanta.
• Strong organization, proofreading, analytical, communication, client-service, and deadline-management skills.
• Proficiency with USPTO and other government electronic filing systems and Microsoft Office products.

Culture & Benefits

• Employee support and professional advancement opportunities.
• Inclusive and innovative workplace environment.
• Annual billing expectation of 1,500 hours.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.