Patent Filing Associate (Turkey Market) – Legal Services Partner

Welocalize; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Welocalize is seeking a Turkey-based Patent Filing Associate to support client legal teams with jurisdiction-specific filing activities. This role involves collaboration with international lawyers, handling national phase entries for patents, and ensuring compliance with local regulations at TURKPATENT.

Qualifications

• Experience with Turkish patent filing and validation.
• Ability to collaborate with international legal teams.
• Understanding of TURKPATENT requirements.

Responsibilities

• Handle PCT applications in Turkey.
• Provide expert insight into Turkey's patent processes.
• Participate in pricing discussions for patent filing services.

Skills

PCT national phase entries

Patent prosecution guidance

Legal compliance

Education

Legal degree or equivalent

Registered with TURKPATENT

Job description

Patent Filing Associate (Turkey Market) – Legal Services Partner

Req#: c56bfffc-f400-4b65-8111-4993d708c9b0

Overview:

Welocalize is seeking a Turkey-based patent filing associate firm to support client legal teams in executing jurisdiction-specific patent filing and validation activities. This partnership forms part of a broader multi-country filing program focused on optimizing quality, cost, and compliance in global IP processes.


Scope of Work
• Handle national phase entry and validation of PCT applications in Turkey.
• Collaborate with international legal teams to ensure timely and accurate submissions to the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TURKPATENT).
• Provide local representation and expert insight into TURKPATENT procedural and documentation requirements.
• Offer guidance on timelines, formalities, and updates related to Turkish patent prosecution and filings.
• Participate in rate discussions and provide transparent pricing (hourly, task-based, or based on official fee structure, as applicable).
Selection Requirements
• Registered and authorized to act before the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TURKPATENT).
• Legally permitted to file and prosecute patent applications on behalf of international clients in Turkey.
• Demonstrated experience with PCT national phase entries, direct filings, and Turkish patent validations.
• Firm must provide a company profile or brochure, website link, and a clear point of contact for coordination.
Deliverables for Review
• Company profile or brochure
• Website link
• Confirmation of registration with the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TURKPATENT)
• Proposed rate structure (if applicable)
• Overview of relevant prior experience with PCT national phase entries and Turkish patent filings

About the company

Welocalize delivers content solutions for translation, localization, adaptation, and machine automation to enable global brands and companies to reach, grow, and engage with international audiences.

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