Entry Level Patent Coordinator - Houston, United States - Patterson and Sheridan LLP

Description

Houston, TX


Entry Level Patent Coordinator

• Houston, Texas_

The Patent Coordinator (PC) is responsible for preparing all documents in support of U.S. patent preparation and prosecution activities under the review and advisement of an attorney or partner.

The PC will be training on the firm's systems software and IP-procedures and practices in order to have a thorough understanding of the interrelationship.

The PC is responsible for supporting legal staff dockets and can interface with attorneys and partners on all administrative matters.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares and proofs formal documents (Assignment, Declaration) for attorney review, including obtaining inventor information and details as needed.
• Drafts Information Disclosure Statements (IDS) for attorney review. Uses references from attorneys, foreign associates and consults with partners, associates, patent agents and technical advisors who are stakeholders in a matter.
• Supports docket for assigned legal staff to ensure that every docket action is addressed within the specified timeframe.
• Dockets completed actions after responding or filing.
• Completes New Business Intake (NBI) for new matters for existing clients.
• Assists Associates, Patent Agents and Technical Advisors in the efficient use of administrative processes and systems.
• Performs patent, bibliography and family searches.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education/Experience/Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or Certification in Paralegal Studies preferred.
• 1 to 3 years of increasing administrative responsibilities, preferably in Intellectual Property law and practice.
• Ability to use a desktop/laptop computer, phone, copier and other general office equipment as needed.
• Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and high level of attention to detail required.
• Normal business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the firm's office. Subject to management's discretion, remote work may be available pursuant to the firm's Remote Work Policy.

Equal Opportunity Employer
**Patterson + Sheridan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our recruiting program is based on hiring practices without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, handicap, or veteran status.