IP Foreign Filing Specialist

Overview

This position supports attorneys and clients for international and foreign patent filings throughout the application lifecycle, including preparing and filing PCT-related documents and coordinating with foreign associates to obtain and submit required documentation for foreign patent applications.

The role includes flexibility to work remotely 100% of the time.

Responsibilities

• File new Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) applications (including Chapter II Demands), national stage applications, and direct filed foreign applications.
• Prepare formal documents, including Declarations, Powers of Attorney, Assignments, and other formal documents required for PCT filings and by foreign countries.
• Work with the firm’s computerized docket system and the docketing department to track, clear, and report on statutory deadlines, including responding to client, attorney, and docketing inquiries regarding status.
• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, and foreign associates to respond to official actions related to PCT and foreign patent applications throughout the life cycle of each application.
• Maintain electronic foreign files in accordance with established firm policies and procedures.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of patent foreign filing experience.
• Thorough knowledge of patent foreign filing policies, procedures, and best practices, including using and maintaining an IP practice management system.
• Computer aptitude; experience using current Windows Operating System and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting pharmaceutical or biotechnology clients.
• Experience using ePCT.
• Experience with Inprotech and/or CPi.
• Paralegal experience.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range for Candidates in Washington, DC: $82,000 - $97,000 per year.

The range reflects the minimum and maximum salary the employer believes, in good faith, it is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Exact compensation will be determined based on individual candidate qualifications and location. Additional compensation may include discretionary bonuses and overtime, if eligible. Overtime wages earned will be paid in compliance with applicable law.

Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending and healthcare savings accounts, 401(k) with firm profit share, paid time off, firm paid holidays, wellness and personal advocacy programs, family planning resources and leave programs, tuition reimbursement, and more.

New employees receive detailed orientation to the firm’s benefit offerings upon hire.

Location

Washington, DC (with flexibility to work remotely 100% of the time).