Global IP Prosecution Paralegal

The Phoenix Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Phoenix Group Advisors in San Diego, CA is seeking a patent prosecution paralegal with 3–5 years of experience to support U.S. and international filings, manage deadlines, and interact with attorneys, inventors, and foreign counsel.

The role requires a solid understanding of USPTO procedures, docketing software, and the ability to handle multiple matters in a fast-paced firm setting. A paralegal certificate or equivalent experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of patent prosecution paralegal experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. patent prosecution procedures and USPTO rules.
• Experience coordinating international patent filings.
• Proficiency with USPTO Patent Center and IP docketing systems.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Paralegal certificate or equivalent preferred.
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys and client portfolios preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage U.S. and international patent applications, including provisional, non-provisional, PCT, and national-phase filings.
• Draft and submit USPTO documents such as Office Actions, IDSs, assignments, and powers of attorney.
• Coordinate international filings with foreign associates and manage deadlines.
• Maintain docketing of all deadlines in compliance with USPTO and foreign jurisdictions.
• Serve as a point of contact for attorneys, clients, inventors, and foreign counsel.
• Organize and maintain prosecution files and electronic records.
• Support portfolio management including audits, reporting, and special projects.

Skills

Patent prosecution

Paralegal experience

Organization

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

Paralegal certificate

Tools

USPTO Patent Center

IP docketing systems

Job description

The Phoenix Group Advisors in San Diego, CA is seeking a patent prosecution paralegal with 3–5 years of experience to support U.S. and international filings, manage deadlines, and interact with attorneys, inventors, and foreign counsel.

The role requires a solid understanding of USPTO procedures, docketing software, and the ability to handle multiple matters in a fast-paced firm setting. A paralegal certificate or equivalent experience is preferred.