Global IP Foreign Filing Paralegal

Proskauer Rose LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Proskauer Rose LLP seeks an IP Foreign Filing Paralegal to support patent filings globally, maintain foreign docketing, and coordinate with foreign associates through examination. The role reports to the Manager of IP Prosecution Services and requires staying current on US, PCT, and foreign rules.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree and at least three years of foreign filing experience in a law firm, with life sciences patent prosecution preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• At least 3 years foreign filing experience in a fast-paced law firm.
• Life sciences patent prosecution experience strongly preferred.
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to protect and maintain highly confidential information.
• Work independently and escalate concerns when needed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and patent docketing software; ePCT and Foundation IP a plus.
• Experience with PatDocs, Derwent, and TotalPatent One a plus.
• Willingness to work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file patent applications in foreign jurisdictions (PCT, Paris Convention, national phase).
• Use ePCT to prepare electronic international application packages for filing.
• Prepare instructions to foreign associates outlining client instructions.
• Review and maintain docket of deadlines for foreign filings and related formalities.
• Coordinate with outside vendors for translations, drawings, and legalization as needed.
• Prepare draft estimates for stages of foreign prosecution (direct or PCT to regional validations).
• Manage large name change projects in multiple jurisdictions.
• Review patent schedules and verify information against patent office databases.
• Serve as primary contact for foreign associates from filing to examination requests.
• Timely report incoming foreign mail and filed documents to clients.
• Coordinate status of transferred applications and notify associates of changes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

ePCT

Foundation IP

PatDocs

Derwent

TotalPatent One

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Proskauer Rose LLP seeks an IP Foreign Filing Paralegal to support patent filings globally, maintain foreign docketing, and coordinate with foreign associates through examination. The role reports to the Manager of IP Prosecution Services and requires staying current on US, PCT, and foreign rules.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree and at least three years of foreign filing experience in a law firm, with life sciences patent prosecution preferred.