Patent Prosecution Paralegal – Fast-Paced IP Firm

Fish & Richardson P.C.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and bonus potential

Comprehensive medical and dental

Job summary

Fish & Richardson P.C. seeks a Patent Paralegal to support all phases of patent prosecution, manage the docket, and ensure timely filings. The role requires precise document preparation, strong organization, and closing out daily time entries to meet a 1,300‑hour annual billable goal.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree or ABA‑recognized paralegal certificate and 5+ years of U.S. patent prosecution experience, with willingness to collaborate in a team environment and work in the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate required (ABA recognized).
• 5+ years' experience as a Patent Paralegal with U.S. prosecution knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, obtain, and file patent prosecution documents through all phases.
• Maintain a prosecution docket and track deadlines to ensure due dates are met.
• Enter time into the firm’s timekeeping system to meet the billable target (1,300 hours/year).

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate

Job description

Fish & Richardson P.C. seeks a Patent Paralegal to support all phases of patent prosecution, manage the docket, and ensure timely filings. The role requires precise document preparation, strong organization, and closing out daily time entries to meet a 1,300‑hour annual billable goal.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree or ABA‑recognized paralegal certificate and 5+ years of U.S. patent prosecution experience, with willingness to collaborate in a team environment and work in the