Senior Patent Paralegal III — Global Prosecution

Finnegan; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Hybrid/onsite schedule

Job summary

Finnegan is seeking a Patent Paralegal III to manage US and international filings, deadlines and related correspondence. This role demands in-depth knowledge of patent procedures, meticulous filing, and strong coordination with clients and attorneys in a fast-paced environment.

The position supports a hybrid/onsite schedule and requires 8+ years of patent prosecution experience in a professional services setting, with proficiency in USPTO filings, docketing, and client invoicing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 8+ years patent prosecution experience, or 9 years if no degree.
• Comprehensive knowledge of international and US patent rules, procedures and requirements.
• Experience with USPTO and international filings procedures.
• Strong research and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate US and international patent filings with client teams.
• Monitor docket deadlines and obtain client instructions.
• Prepare filings, responses and office actions for USPTO and foreign offices.
• Draft client and counsel correspondence.
• Process invoices and ensure accurate time entry.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Docketing systems

IP databases

Teams and Zoom

Job description

Finnegan is seeking a Patent Paralegal III to manage US and international filings, deadlines and related correspondence. This role demands in-depth knowledge of patent procedures, meticulous filing, and strong coordination with clients and attorneys in a fast-paced environment.

The position supports a hybrid/onsite schedule and requires 8+ years of patent prosecution experience in a professional services setting, with proficiency in USPTO filings, docketing, and client invoicing.