IP Patent Specialist

remotepeople; Boston (MA); Hybride; USD 110 000 - 170 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Remote People is seeking an experienced Patent Specialist to join the Intellectual Property group in Boston. The role focuses on managing U.S. and international patent prosecution for a sophisticated client base.

You will own a docket, draft filings, coordinate with clients and offices worldwide, and mentor junior staff. The position offers a hybrid schedule with in-office work three days per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; paralegal certificate is a plus.
• 7–10+ years of U.S. and foreign patent prosecution experience at a law firm.
• Working knowledge of USPTO systems, Patent Center, WIPO e-PCT, and international filing requirements.

Responsabilités

• Own and manage a docket of U.S. and international patent prosecution deadlines.
• Prepare and submit U.S., PCT, and foreign patent filings and related documents under attorney guidance.
• Draft and send status updates to clients, overseas associates, and patent offices worldwide.
• Coordinate with clients to secure assignments, declarations, powers of attorney, and other formalities.
• Keep physical and digital case files accurate and current.
• Track and submit billable time in line with firm policy.
• Mentor and train junior staff on IP procedures and best practices.
• Backup support for fellow IP paralegals as needed.

Connaissances

Patent prosecution

Client communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Microsoft Office

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal certificate (a plus)

Outils

USPTO systems

Patent Center

WIPO e-PCT

Description du poste

Remote People is recruiting on behalf of a top-tier, nationally recognized law firm for an experienced Patent Specialist to join its Intellectual Property group in Boston. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned patent professional to take on a high-visibility role supporting both domestic and international prosecution work for a sophisticated client base.

What You'll Do

• Own and manage a docket of U.S. and international patent prosecution deadlines, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks
• Prepare and submit U.S., PCT, and foreign patent filings and related prosecution documents under attorney guidance
• Draft and send status updates and reporting correspondence to clients, overseas associates, and patent offices worldwide
• Coordinate with clients to secure assignments, declarations, powers of attorney, and other required formalities
• Keep physical and digital case files accurate and current
• Track and submit billable time in line with firm policy
• Mentor and train junior staff on IP procedures and best practices
• Step in as backup support for fellow IP paralegals as needed

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; paralegal certificate a plus
• 7-10+ years of U.S. and foreign patent prosecution experience at a law firm
• Working knowledge of USPTO systems, Patent Center, WIPO e-PCT, and international filing requirements (including legalization/apostille processes)
• Sharp organizational and case-management instincts, with the ability to juggle competing deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A polished, detail-oriented, client-service mindset
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Discretion, integrity, and a self-starter attitude

Schedule: Hybrid — approximately 3 days/week in-office