Patent Paralegal — Prosecution & Docketing Specialist

Fredrikson & Byron; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Pre-tax parking

Job summary

Fredrikson & Byron seeks an experienced Patent Paralegal to support the Intellectual Property group with a background in patent law. The role involves coordinating with the Patent Department on filings, prosecution, and client communications.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of patent prosecution paralegal experience, a relevant degree or certificate, and strong Word/Excel skills. This is a full-time on-site position in Minneapolis.

Qualifications

• At least two years of patent prosecution paralegal experience preferred.
• Bachelor's or Associate degree with paralegal certificate preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and written communication skills.
• Strong proficiency with Word and Excel required.

Responsibilities

• Familiar with US PTO procedures and patent Center operations.
• Prepare and file patent application materials and related documents.
• Correspond with clients/associates on filings, status updates, and requirements.
• Perform patent searches and produce relative reports.
• Record assignments, licenses, name changes, and other agreements.

Skills

Patent prosecution

Client communication

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills

Paralegal experience

Education

Bachelor's degree / Associate degree with paralegal certificate

Tools

Patent docketing software

Patent searching software

USPTO Patent Center

Job description

Fredrikson & Byron seeks an experienced Patent Paralegal to support the Intellectual Property group with a background in patent law. The role involves coordinating with the Patent Department on filings, prosecution, and client communications.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of patent prosecution paralegal experience, a relevant degree or certificate, and strong Word/Excel skills. This is a full-time on-site position in Minneapolis.