Remote Patent Paralegal

Grant-Shannon Inc; Minneapolis (MN); Remote; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established intellectual property law firm is hiring a Patent Prosecution Paralegal in Minneapolis, MN. The role involves managing U.S. and international patent filings, preparing applications, and ensuring compliance with USPTO rules. Ideal candidates should have a background in patent law and excellent organizational skills, along with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Full benefits

Competitive pay

Qualifications

• Experience in patent law, preferably at a midsize law firm.
• Proficient with USPTO procedures and foreign filing processes.
• Capability to draft various USPTO documents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file U.S. provisional and international patent applications.
• Manage client-specific and personal dockets.
• Conduct patent searches and compile prior art references.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Paralegal Certification

Degree in relevant field

Tools

CPI

Anaqua

Foundation IP

Microsoft Office

Job description

A well-established intellectual property law firm is seeking an experienced Patent Prosecution Paralegal to support attorneys in managing U.S. and international patent filings. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, highly organized, and experienced in both domestic and foreign patent processes.

Key Responsibilities :

• Prepare and file U.S. provisional / non-provisional and international (PCT) patent applications.
• Manage client-specific and personal dockets, ensuring timely response to deadlines.
• Draft and file various USPTO documents, including IDSs, Office Action responses, Assignments, Declarations, and POAs.
• Coordinate international filings with foreign associates.
• Conduct patent searches and compile prior art references.
• Maintain and update patent portfolios and communicate with clients, inventors, and patent examiners.
• Ensure compliance with USPTO rules and firm procedures.
• Review incoming correspondence and extract relevant information from USPTO, PCT, and foreign databases.

Qualifications :

• Experience in Patent law in a midsize law firm.
• Paralegal certification or degree preferred.
• Strong knowledge of USPTO procedures, Patent Center / EFS-Web, and PCT / foreign filing processes.
• Proficiency in docketing tools (e.g., CPI, Anaqua, Foundation IP) and legal research software.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and patent / legal software.
• Strong client service orientation with keen attention to detail.

This is a fulltime, direct hire position with full benefits and competitive pay. Job #5612JV

Job Type : Full-time

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Patent Paralegal • Minneapolis, MN, United States