Patent Prosecution Paralegal — Docketing & Filings

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

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.