Global Patent Prosecution Paralegal

Foley & Lardner LLP; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Foley & Lardner LLP seeks an Intellectual Property (Patent) Paralegal to manage client portfolios for US, PCT, and foreign prosecution. You will prepare, file, and coordinate prosecution documents and communications with foreign associates, while upholding deadlines and accuracy.

The role requires a minimum of 3 years in international, PCT, and US patent prosecution; a high school diploma is required, with college degree or paralegal certificate preferred. Hybrid work arrangement offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years' experience in international, PCT, and US patent prosecution required.
• High school diploma (or equivalent); college degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred.
• If residing in California must meet Paralegal requirements as defined by the State.
• Thorough knowledge of USPTO patent procedural requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support IP attorneys to provide excellent service to clients.
• Prepare and file US, PCT, and foreign patent prosecution documents.
• Draft formality documents and manage document legalization where needed.
• Maintain docket and deadlines for assigned clients.
• Report official communications to clients and foreign associates timely.
• Meet firm billable hour expectations (incl. non-billable work).
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma

Paralegal certificate

College degree

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Foley & Lardner LLP seeks an Intellectual Property (Patent) Paralegal to manage client portfolios for US, PCT, and foreign prosecution. You will prepare, file, and coordinate prosecution documents and communications with foreign associates, while upholding deadlines and accuracy.

The role requires a minimum of 3 years in international, PCT, and US patent prosecution; a high school diploma is required, with college degree or paralegal certificate preferred. Hybrid work arrangement offered.