Senior IP Paralegal — Patent Prosecution Expert

Troutman Pepper Locke LLP; Charlotte (NC); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 170 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Troutman Pepper Locke LLP seeks an experienced IP Paralegal to support patent prosecution across US, PCT and international filings. The role emphasizes managing deadlines, client reporting, and collaboration with attorneys and staff in a hybrid work environment.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree and at least 10 years of progressive patent prosecution experience, with strong organizational and communication skills to ensure high-quality, timely work product.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Minimum ten (10) years of progressive patent prosecution experience.
• Proficiency with US, PCT and international patent law.
• Strong interpersonal and client service skills.
• Ability to work in a hybrid, and in-office setting.

Responsabilités

• Prepare and file patent applications, pre-grant filings, and related documents with USPTO and PCT under attorney supervision.
• Monitor deadlines for US and international dockets and coordinate with attorneys, clients, and management.
• Review docket reports and correspond with IP docket department.
• Manage client-specific reporting requirements and deliverables.
• Maintain and organize electronic worksheets and client files.
• Provide back-up support to other team members and participate in training.

Connaissances

Patent law

US/PCT/international filings

Client service

Hybrid/in-office work

Deadline management

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

Outils

USPTO filings

PCT filings

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Troutman Pepper Locke LLP seeks an experienced IP Paralegal to support patent prosecution across US, PCT and international filings. The role emphasizes managing deadlines, client reporting, and collaboration with attorneys and staff in a hybrid work environment.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree and at least 10 years of progressive patent prosecution experience, with strong organizational and communication skills to ensure high-quality, timely work product.