Patent Paralegal (IDS)

Internal Revenue Service; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global intellectual property law firm as a Patent Paralegal (IDS), where you'll prepare and file documents related to patent prosecution. This role requires a Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate and a minimum of 6 months experience in patent law, offering competitive pay and a supportive work environment with a focus on diversity.

Benefits

Competitive pay and discretionary bonuses

Comprehensive benefits including medical and dental

Generous paid time off and tuition reimbursement

Award-winning retirement and profit-sharing plans

Family-friendly atmosphere with backup childcare

Health and wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience as a Patent Paralegal.
• Experience in preparing and filing information disclosure statements.
• Ability to work in an office environment as needed for training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, obtain, and file documents for information disclosure statements.
• Manage a prosecution docket and ensure deadlines are met.
• Account for all hours worked daily in the firm’s systems.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-recognized program

Job description

Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies. Established in 1878, the firm has over 400 attorneys and technology specialists across the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in a creative and inclusive culture that values diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish’s Practice Systems Department as a Patent Paralegal (IDS).

How Will You Make a Difference?

• Accurately prepare, obtain, and file documents related to information disclosure statements, formalities, and responses to office actions.
• Maintain and manage a prosecution docket, follow up on items to ensure due dates and deadlines are met.
• Account for all hours worked daily by entering time into the firm’s system to meet billable goals.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

• Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-recognized program or equivalent legal support experience.
• Minimum 6 months experience as a Patent Paralegal with U.S. and/or foreign prosecution knowledge, or equivalent support experience.
• Experience in preparing and filing information disclosure statements and formal documents (e.g., assignments, declarations, office action shells).
• Willingness to assist team members and work well within a team-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in the office as needed for training and collaboration, at least 3 days per month.

Why Fish?

We offer:

• Competitive pay and discretionary bonuses, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
• Award-winning retirement and profit-sharing plans with employer contributions.
• A family-friendly atmosphere with backup childcare, health, and wellness initiatives.
• A positive culture recognized as an Outstanding Workplace in 2023 and 2024 by People Insight, reflecting high employee engagement.
• Salary varies by location and experience:
• In New York: $29.65 - $65.73/hour (35-hour week)
• In Minneapolis: $27.83 - $55.47/hour (37.5-hour week)
• In Washington, D.C.: $26.58 - $57.60/hour (37.5-hour week)

Our Commitment to Diversity

We believe that diversity enhances creativity and innovation, enriching the quality of our legal services, maintaining our status as a top IP law firm, and strengthening our community.

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