Administrative Positions

Reviews and processes 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.  Verifies that all information such as inventor information, Applicant information and Application information is correct by comparing it to documents previously filed. Verifies that all Information Disclosure Statements have been considered and that current/allowed claims are correct. Prepares and e-files payment of the Issue Fee along with any other required documents. Prepares various reporting letters to include preparation of billing sheets and drafting of basic client correspondence requesting any missing items or to clarify any discrepancies. 

Requires strong communication skills, intermediate knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints. Must be flexible and have the ability to work under tight deadlines, handle multiple tasks and respond quickly to changing responsibilities and priorities.  Bachelor's degree preferred or combination of work experience and education equivalent.

Basic understanding of Patent Prosecution preferred.

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

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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 assisting with the preparation of client correspondence, as well as routine general correspondence; preparation and filing of documents to include Powers of Attorney, Restriction and/or Election Responses, Assignments, Drawings, Provisional Applications; Information Disclosure Statements and Related Case Lists; maintaining electronic case records to ensure that all pertinent communications/documents are saved in accordance with firm policies; provide Chinese language translation services, and other duties as assigned.

The responsibilities of this position will increase steadily with the goal being to have a complete understanding of patent prosecution and firm processes and procedures in order to provide full support as needed. Must type 50 wpm, have excellent attention to detail and the ability to work well with staff at all levels. Good verbal and written communication skills a must.  IP experience a plus. Native Chinese language proficiency required.

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No agencies.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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• For more information: Please email cjackson@oblon.com

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. Must type 50 wpm, have excellent attention to detail and the ability to work well with staff at all levels. Good verbal and written communication skills a must. Must have availability for overtime. Minimum of two years of IP experience required. Chinese language skills preferred.

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