Patent Coordinator

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Patent Coordinator

Duties: The candidate prepares and files domestic patent applications and related prosecution documents with attorney review and guidance. 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 Collaborates, 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. Reviews and reports Filing Receipts. Prepares request for corrected Filing Receipt if necessary. Assists Associates, Patent Agents, and technical advisors in the efficient use of administrative processes and systems. Manages personal docket (under attorney review), enters billable time in the elite as directed by managing partner, and achieves billable hours targets if applicable. Performs patent, bibliography, and family searches. Performs other related duties as assigned. Should have knowledge of Intellectual Property principles, terminology, patent lifecycle, timelines, process, USPTO practice, procedures & technology. General knowledge of foreign filing process (PCT, National Phase, and Direct).

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Patterson & Sheridan
24 Greenway Plaza Suite 1600
Houston
Texas
United States 77046
Phone : 713-623-4844
Fax : 713-623-4846
Website : http://www.pattersonsheridan.com