Patent Paralegal - Des Moines, IA

Fredrikson & Byron; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Profit sharing

Parking

Job summary

Fredrikson & Byron seeks an experienced Patent Paralegal to join the Intellectual Property group in Des Moines. The role focuses on supporting patent prosecution for US and foreign filings, using docketing and searching tools, and coordinating with clients and attorneys.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in patent prosecution, a paralegal certificate or degree, and strong MS Word/Excel skills with excellent communication and organizational abilities.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience as a patent prosecution paralegal is preferred.
• Bachelor's or Associate degree with paralegal certificate preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and written/spoken communication skills are essential.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is required.

Responsibilities

• Has familiarity with U.S. Patent & Trademark Office procedures.
• Operates patent-specific technology tools (docketing, searching software, USPTO Patent Center).
• Has knowledge of patent prosecution (US and foreign).
• Prepares and files patent application materials and related documents.
• Corresponds with clients/associates regarding filings, prosecution actions, status updates, and requirements for active matters.
• Performs patent searches and produces relative reports.
• Records assignments, licenses, name changes, and other agreements.
• Performs other job-related duties and special projects as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

MS Word proficiency

MS Excel proficiency

Two years patent prosecution paralegal

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree + paralegal certificate

Tools

Patent docketing software

Patent searching software

USPTO Patent Center

Job description

Who We Are:

Fredrikson & Byron is the premier Midwest-based law firm working collaboratively to help businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally, and globally.

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Patent Paralegal to join our Intellectual Property group. The successful candidate will have a background in patent law and will offer specialized support to the Patent Department.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Has familiarity with U.S. Patent & Trademark Office procedures.
• Effectively operates patent-specific technology tools such as patent docketing software, patent searching software, and the USPTO's Patent Center.
• Has strong knowledge of patent prosecution, including US and foreign.
• Prepares and files patent application materials and other related documents as needed.
• Corresponds with clients and/or associates regarding filings, ongoing prosecution actions, status updates, and requirements for active patent matters.
• Performs patent searches and produces relative reports.
• Records assignments, licenses, name changes, and other agreements.
• Performs other job-related duties and special projects as required.

Our Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A minimum of two years' experience as a patent prosecution paralegal in a law firm or corporation is preferred.
• A Bachelor's degree or an Associate degree and paralegal certificate are preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills (both oral and written) are essential.
• A high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel, is required.

Benefits:

Our comprehensive benefits options include medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short- and long-term disability, employee resource benefits (inclusive of counseling, coaching, and caregiving guidance), paid parental leave, parenting classes, pre-tax parking and transportation options, and much more! Our retirement plan includes financial planning, Social Security/Medicare planning, 401(k)/Roth investment options, and a firm-paid profit-sharing contribution. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms and conditions.

The compensation offered will be dependent on the candidate's experience, skills, education, professional background, overall qualifications, and geographic market location.

About Fredrikson:

Fredrikson & Byron is a leading Midwest law firm working collaboratively to help businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally and globally. With a reputation as the firm "where law and business meet," our attorneys bring business acumen and entrepreneurial thinking to work with clients and operate as business advisors and strategic partners as well as legal counselors. To best serve our clients, we provide innovative solutions to legal needs while reflecting inclusion and diversity as core values. We offer highly competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits in a collaborative work environment. The firm's 425 attorneys serve clients from offices in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Mexico and China. Learn more at fredlaw.com or LinkedIn.

Fredrikson is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Fredrikson does not discriminate in its recruiting, hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, marital status, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, and any other characteristics protected by applicable local, state, and/or federal laws.