Paralegal

Intellectual Property (Patent Prosecution) Paralegal Position Summary

A leading law firm is seeking a highly skilled Patent Prosecution Paralegal to join its Intellectual Property team in Greensboro, NC
. This onsite role involves conducting legal research, investigating facts, and preparing complex filings to support attorneys in various stages of domestic and international patent life cycles.

• Domestic Filings: Execute U.S. patent filings via EFS-Web/Patent Center and manage all facets of patent prosecution (U.S., PCT, non-PCT convention, Design, Hague, and national stage).
• International Management: Coordinate foreign patent prosecution with international agents and process foreign associate invoices.
• Document Preparation: Prepare office action response shells and formal documents (assignments, declarations, etc.) for client signature and filing.
• Docketing & Deadlines: Monitor daily dockets, work with docketing staff to ensure date accuracy, and take appropriate steps to clear critical deadlines.
• Communication: Review and report patent office communications to clients and interact with USPTO personnel as needed.
• Process Improvement: Develop and document internal processes and procedures for the IP group.

• Pay Range: $75,000 – $95,000 per year (Estimated based on 5+ years of IP experience).
• Employment Type: Full-Time.
• Schedule: Standard business hours (e.g., 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM).
• Location:
  Strictly Onsite – Greensboro, NC.
• Overtime: Periodic overtime may be required to meet USPTO or foreign filing deadlines.
• Insurance: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Family Support: Paid maternity leave.
• Professional Tools: Access to document management (Net Docs) and docketing systems (CPi or Foundation IP).

• Experience: 5+ years of specialized experience in patent prosecution and docketing within a law firm environment.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Mastery of EFS-Web, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), and professional docketing software.
• Core Competencies:
• Deep knowledge of U.S. and foreign patent filing procedures.
• Exceptional attention to detail and punctuality.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with all levels of firm personnel.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.