Paralegal I.p. - Foreign Patent Prosecution

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Paralegal, I.P. - Foreign Patent Prosecution

The candidate will be coordinating and filing of PCT Filings; PCT Nationalization Filings; Convention Filings. Written and verbal communications with clients and foreign agents. Preparing documents including, but not limited to Foreign Signature Documents. Review and manage docket for deadlines, must have the ability to prioritize and re-prioritize tasks on an ongoing, immediate basis, understand docket and deadlines and action needed on each file; inform working attorney of deadlines; preparation of weekly docket reports. Monitor dockets and manage filings utilizing the CPI docketing systems. Assist attorneys in obtaining and organizing evidence in support of responses to office actions. Preparing and providing docket and status reports for clients. Support patent prosecution attorneys. Perform assigned legal research tasks using all available resources including computer data systems and websites. Liaise with clients, foreign agents, and associates. Should have a Bachelor’s degree. Must have 1-5 years’ minimum work experience in a law firm environment, or related professional experience. Knowledge of PCT filings. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including MSWord, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.; working knowledge of FileSite document management system is a plus. Proficiency in utilizing the Internet, Adobe Acrobat, foreign filing systems; experience with legal research tools preferred. Knowledge and experience with CPI docketing systems preferred. Knowledge of PCT rules and procedures. Ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals. Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks so as to perform essential duties of the position under time constraints and with frequent interruptions. Ability to proofread materials for contextual, grammatical, typographical or spelling errors. Ability to work well in high pressure environments. Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computer, photocopiers and fax. Must have strong organizational, decision-making skills and problem-solving skills. Must be reliable and a self-starter. Position is full-time and requires a five-day workweek and standard hours as outlined in the firm policy manual. Work frequently requires more than the regularly scheduled hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position. Must be available to work overtime, including weekend hours, when necessary to meet established deadlines or stay current with occasional peaks in workload. Must be willing to change regular work schedule to meet the needs of the Firm. Position may require occasional travel. Must be able to lift boxes of files weighing approximately 15 pounds. Must be able to routinely lift and carry file folders weighing up to 5-10 pounds. Must be able to spend long periods of time working at computer workstation. Must be able to lift, squat, kneel and bend.

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Requisition Number: PARAL001730.

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Baker Botts LLP
1500 San Jacinto Center 98 San Jacinto Boulevard
Austin
Texas
United States 78701-4078
Website : http://www.bakerbotts.com