Senior Patent Practice Specialist - Remote

Considine Search; Roseland (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm is seeking a Senior Patent Practice Secretary to provide administrative support and perform complex and specialized patent support activities related to the specific work and function of attorneys and agents in the patent group.

This role may also provide some level of client management support to attorneys and clients, and relieves attorneys and other personnel of administrative and clerical responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in patent prosecution required.
• Advanced knowledge of CFR, MPEP, and related patent laws.
• Proficiency with Word, Outlook, Excel, docket software, and database management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with clients and attorneys.
• Ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to attorneys and the patent group.
• Prepare and file patent documents with the USPTO and foreign offices.
• Maintain client files and docketing, including conflict checks and intakes.
• Enter attorneys' time and manage travel arrangements.
• Review and update dockets; communicate with docket staff and clients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Discretion/confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Docket software

EPAS

USPTO Patent Center

Job description

A leading national law firm is seeking a Senior Patent Practice Secretary to provide administrative support and perform complex and specialized patent support activities related to the specific work and function of attorneys and agents in the patent group.

This role may also provide some level of client management support to attorneys and clients, and relieves attorneys and other personnel of administrative and clerical responsibilities.