IP Paralegal – Patent & Trademark Prosecution

W. R. Grace; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 72,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement plan

401(k) match

Paid vacations

Job summary

Grace, a leading global supplier of catalysts and fine chemicals, seeks an IP paralegal to support the Performance Catalyst Solutions unit from Columbia, MD. You will manage day-to-day IP operations, docketing, and liaise with outside counsel.

The role requires 5+ years in patent/IP paralegal work, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication. On-site in Columbia, MD with competitive benefits and bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate.
• 5+ years of experience as a patent paralegal or IP specialist at a law firm or company.
• Experience with IP docketing, patent/trademark prosecution, and docket management.
• Strong database, web/search skills including USPTO resources.

Responsibilities

• Manage patent and trademark prosecution dockets and deadlines.
• Oversee CPI for matter files with counsel.
• Maintain IP portfolio status reports and billing administration.
• Assist with patent maintenance decisions and USPTO actions guidance.
• Act as liaison between outside counsel and Grace personnel; onboarding of law firms.
• Prepare declarations, powers of attorney and foreign filing instructions.

Skills

Patent/IP experience

Independent & collaborative

Detail-oriented

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Legal Tracker

CPI

USPTO PAIR

Job description

Grace, a leading global supplier of catalysts and fine chemicals, seeks an IP paralegal to support the Performance Catalyst Solutions unit from Columbia, MD. You will manage day-to-day IP operations, docketing, and liaise with outside counsel.

The role requires 5+ years in patent/IP paralegal work, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication. On-site in Columbia, MD with competitive benefits and bonus eligibility.