Description
Our client is a leading law firm with offices across the country. They are seeking a Patent Practice Secretary to join the team. The position is hybrid with 3 days onsite at their beautiful office in Roseland, NJ.
Job Responsibilities
- Prepare new patent applications for filing
- Assist with preparing communications for attorney to the client
- Write formal documents and obtain appropriate signatures
- Accurately and in a timely manner upload documents into client databases
- Review patents and prepare Certificates of Correction
- Prepare Information Disclosure Statements or Supplemental Disclosure
- Maintain reference citations in the database
- Answer telephones, take messages, greet guests and clients
- Asist with creating new client accounts
- Enter attorney timesheets
- Organize and maintain electronic and paper client files
- Assist with monthly billing
- Perform other duties as assigned
Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 1-2 years' experience in patent prosecution
- Basic knowledge of USPTO Patent Center and Electronic Assignment System
- Ability to use CFR, MPEP and other laws and regulations
- Familiarity with reviewing and reconciling patent documents
- Basic finance knowledge
- Ability to prioritize and adjust in a fast paced environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and docket software
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional customer service skills
Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000 based on experience
Gainor provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, national origin, immigration status, marital or familial status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
