IP Patent Prosecution Specialist

Morgan Lewis; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 75,400 - 120,550; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical coverage

401(k) eligibility

Parental leave

Vacation and holiday leave

Job summary

Morgan Lewis is seeking a Patent Prosecution Specialist for its Philadelphia office. This role involves preparing and filing documents with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, handling client correspondence, and ensuring accuracy in PTO-issued documents.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of patent prosecution experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and proficiency in tools like CPI Patent and MS Office. The position offers a hybrid work model and a competitive salary range of $75,400–$120,550 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant patent prosecution experience.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize work.
• Ability to work well under pressure and in teams.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file documents with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Prepare client reporting letters and correspondence.
• Analyze PTO-issued documents for accuracy.
• Transcribe instructions and produce patent applications.
• Photocopy, assemble, and distribute documents.

Skills

Patent prosecution experience

Strong organizational skills

Team participation

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency with CPI Patent

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Legal MacPac

Outlook

iManage

Job description

Patent Prosecution Specialist

Location: Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia, Washington D.C. Hybrid in‑office/remote schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file documents with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, including new applications, IDS, preliminary amendments, formalities.
• Prepare and file client reporting letters and correspondence regarding formalities, official actions, notices of allowance, and letters patent.
• Prepare and file documents related to international and foreign national patent applications, and file with WIPO and foreign national patent offices per guidelines.
• Analyze PTO‑issued documents for accuracy (e.g., filing receipts, assignment documents, certificates of correction).
• Transcribe instructions, produce patent applications, correspondence, reports, memoranda, proofread and redline, photocopy, assemble, and distribute documents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of relevant patent prosecution experience (equivalent combinations of education and experience considered).
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and assignments.
• Ability to work well under pressure and participate actively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency with CPI Patent, MS Office, WorkSite, Adobe Acrobat, Legal MacPac, Outlook, iManage.

Benefits and Compensation

Competitive salary with a range of $75,400–$120,550 (Boston, Chicago, Washington D.C.). Medical coverage, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, domestic partner coverage, parental leave, vacation and holiday leave, life and accident insurance, income protection, and additional benefits including 401(k) eligibility. Salary and benefits may vary based on experience and market conditions.

Employment Status

At‑will employment; the firm reserves the right to modify base salary, benefits, or other discretionary payments at any time.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value inclusion and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. California applicants: pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, a privacy notice is available. The firm reasonably accommodates applicants needing accommodations during the application process.