Administrative Positions

Reviews, processes and files new National Phase, Bypass Continuation and Utility applications to include complete review of client correspondence, identification of missing documents, preparation of formal documents such as Declarations or Substitute Statements. Reviews and processes all associated formalities after filing of new applications to include Official Filings Receipts, Notices of Publication, Office Actions, responses to Missing Parts, Issue Notifications and Letters Patent. Prepares and e-files Supplemental ADSs, Declarations, Assignments, Translations of Specifications, previously prepared Preliminary Amendments, Requests for Corrected Official Filing Receipts, Certificates of Correction as needed. Prepares and e-files Information Disclosure Statements to include determining whether fees or certification are required.

Review, process and file new National Phase, Bypass Continuation and Utility applications to include complete review of client correspondence, identification of missing documents, preparation of formal documents such as Declarations or Substitute Statements. Review and process all associated formalities after filing of new applications to include Official Filings Receipts, Notices of Publication, Office Actions, responses to Missing Parts, Issue Notifications and Letters Patent.

Prepare and e-file Supplemental ADSs, Declarations, Assignments, Translations of Specifications, previously prepared Preliminary Amendments, Requests for Corrected Official Filing Receipts, Certificates of Correction as needed.

Prepare and e-file Information Disclosure Statements to include determining whether fees or certification are required.

Review and process Notices of Allowance to include a complete review of the entire history of the application to verify that there are no outstanding issues that need to be addressed and that all appropriate documents such as Assignments, Declarations, Priority Documents etc. have been filed. Verify that all information such as inventor information, Applicant information and Application information is correct by comparing it to documents previously filed. Verify that all Information Disclosure Statements have been considered and that current/allowed claims are correct.

Prepare and e-file payment of the Issue Fee along with any other required documents.

Prepare various reporting letters to include preparation of billing sheets and drafting of basic client correspondence requesting any missing items or to clarify any discrepancies.

Bachelor's degree preferred or combination of work experience and education equivalent.

Advanced understanding of Patent Prosecution required.

Must have excellent attention to detail, type approximately 35-40 wpm and have keen organizational skills.

Must be able to work independently in an electronic environment including manipulation of documents, running reports, creating correspondence and filings, uploading and downloading documents from electronic sources including the Patent Office website and the firm’s document management system.

EOE

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This position is responsible for processing all incoming business correspondence received both electronically and in hard copy/paper and entering the information into the associated case folder in IP Manager; docketing all applicable due dates and reminders; tracking and updating attorney assignments and changes for newly assigned and re-assigned cases; review of newly opened cases sent to the section to verify information is accurate and forwarding on to appropriate staff member. This position may also need to perform remote work as assigned during firm closure.

This position is responsible for review and preparation of client correspondence as well as routine general correspondence; preparation and filing of new patent applications and formalities documents such as Powers of Attorney, Declarations and Assignments; Information Disclosure Statements; preparation of reports in Excel and other programs.  The individual in this position will also be responsible for monitoring PTO deadlines, client deadlines, and attorney calendars to ensure that action due dates are timely met.  Must be able to correctly interpret and follow special client instructions, and must be comfortable interacting directly with staff of all levels.  Other duties as assigned.