IP Patent Prosecution Specialist

Morgan Lewis; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Job summary

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP in San Francisco/Silicon Valley seeks an IP Patent Prosecution Specialist to support its Patent Support Unit. You will prepare and file documents for U.S. and international patent applications and handle related correspondence and reporting.

Requires 3–5 years of patent prosecution experience and a Bachelor's degree. The role offers hybrid in-office/remote work and a competitive compensation package with benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of patent prosecution experience.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication and exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency in CPI Patent, MS-Office, WorkSite, Adobe Acrobat, and related software.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and files documents with the USPTO including New Patent Applications and IDs.
• Prepares client reporting letters and correspondence regarding Official Actions and Notices of Allowance.
• Prepares and files documents for international and foreign patent applications with WIPO and offices abroad.
• Analyzes PTO-issued documents for accuracy such as filing receipts and certificates of correction.
• Produces patent prosecution documents, transcripts, and related materials.

Skills

Patent prosecution experience

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CPI Patent

MS Office

WorkSite

Adobe Acrobat

Legal MacPac

Outlook

iManage

Job description

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world’s leading global law firms with offices in strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, is seeking to hire an IP Patent Prosecution Specialist for our Intellectual Property Patent Support Unit. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Patent Support Services, the IP Patent Prosecution Specialist will be responsible for supporting activities related to patent prosecution and the preparation and filing of documents related to international and foreign national patent applications. Morgan Lewis recognizes the benefits of supporting flexible working arrangements.

This position will reside in our Silicon Valley (Palo Alto), San Francisco, Seattle, Orange County, Los Angeles or Century City office with a hybrid in-office/remote working schedule. Flexibility with overtime is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares and files documents with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office such as, New Patent Applications, IDS, Preliminary Amendments, and formalities
• Prepares client reporting letters and correspondence regarding formalities, Official Actions, Notices of Allowance, and Letters Patent.
• Prepares and files documents related to international and foreign national patent applications and files documents with the World Intellectual Property Office International Bureau and foreign national patent offices in accordance with set guidelines and procedures.
• Analyzes PTO-issued documents for accuracy (such as filing receipts, assignment documents, certificates of correction, etc.).
• Prepares patent prosecution documents, including transcribing instructions (written and/or verbal), producing patent applications, correspondence, reports, memoranda, proofreading and redlining, photocopying, assembling and distributing.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3 - 5 years of relevant patent prosecution experience.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and assignments.
• Ability to work well under pressure and the ability to participate in a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency in and knowledge of the following software: CPI Patent, MS-Office (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel), WorkSite, Adobe Acrobat, Legal MacPac, Outlook, Office Communicator, iManage.

Benefits / Why Join Us

Morgan Lewis offers attractive benefits and competitive salaries. Our compensation structure rewards exceptional performance and recognizes the talent and experience that our people gain with each year of service.

• Medical coverage, with a variety of plans
• Health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
• Domestic partner coverage
• Parental leave
• Vacation and holiday leave
• Life and accident insurance
• Income protection, including sick leave, salary continuation, and long-term disability
• Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and policies then in effect, eligible employees may enroll in: a 401(k) plan, as well as participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, business travel accident insurance plans, and health savings and flexible spending accounts for the employee and the employee’s eligible dependents.
• Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and policies then in effect, eligible employees may utilize the Employee Assistance Program, Work/Life Services, Health Advocate, Bright Horizons Back-Up Child Care, and WageWorks Commuter Benefits for the employee and the employee’s eligible dependents.
• Employees will also receive: 9 paid holidays per calendar year, 2 personal days per year, and up to 20 days of vacation per year.
• In accordance with state applicable law, eligible employees will earn 1 paid sick leave hour for 30 hours worked.
• Eligible employees may also take up to five days off for bereavement leave, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave per year and up to 10 weeks of paid pregnancy disability leave per pregnancy.

For positions in Century City, CA, Los Angeles, CA, and Orange County, CA the salary range for this position is: $78,500.00 - $125,600.00.

For positions in Seattle, WA, salary range for this position is: $75,400 - $120,550.

For positions in San Francisco, CA, and Silicon Valley, CA, the salary range for this position is: $81,640.00 - $130,585.00.

The base salary wage range for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors.

The total compensation package for this position will also include eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus.

If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the firm reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, firm or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

If hired, your employment relationship with the firm will be on an "at-will" basis, meaning that the firm may modify the terms and conditions of your employment at any time, and that either you or the firm will be free to end the relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without advance notice, although reasonable notice would be expected.

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, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

California Applicants: Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, the following link contains the Firm's California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice for Candidates which explains the categories of personal information that we collect and the purposes for which we use such personal information. CCPA Privacy Notice for Candidates

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, LLP reasonably accommodates applicants and employees who need them to perform the essential functions of the job because of disability, religious belief, or other reason protected by applicable law. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Talent Acquisition at 888.534.5003 or [e-mail]

At Morgan Lewis, we work in collaboration around the world—always ready to respond to the needs of our clients and craft powerful solutions for them.

From our offices in strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government in North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, we work with clients ranging from established, global Fortune 100 companies to enterprising startups. We provide comprehensive litigation, corporate, finance, restructuring, employment and benefits, and intellectual property services in all major industries, helping clients address and anticipate challenges across vast and rapidly changing landscapes. And we approach every representation with an equal commitment to first understanding, and then efficiently and effectively advancing, the interests of our clients and arriving at the best results.