Intellectual Property Paralegal (Hybrid)

Our client, an Am Law 200 firm , is seeking an experienced Intellectual Property Paralegal to support its patent prosecution practice. What Were Looking For We are seeking a highly detail-oriented and organized Paralegal with 3+ years of experience in patent prosecution, either in a law firm or in-house setting. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage a high volume of filings and deadlines, and has a strong track record of accurately handling patent applications and docketing responsibilities. Experience with document management systems and patent docketing software is strongly preferred. What You'll Do Prepare, file, and manage U.S. and international patent applications , including provisional, non-provisional, PCT, and national phase filings Oversee and maintain the patent docket, ensuring all deadlines are accurately tracked and met Coordinate closely with attorneys, foreign associates, and clients regarding filing requirements, deadlines, and case status updates Draft and review USPTO-related documents, including Office Action responses and Information Disclosure Statements (IDSs) Prepare and manage formal papers from inventors, including Powers of Attorney Process and track incoming communications from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to ensure timely responses Maintain organized patent prosecution files and electronic records Qualifications 3+ years of patent prosecution experience (law firm or corporate legal department) Demonstrated experience preparing and filing U.S. and international patent applications Experience coordinating with foreign associates for international filings preferred Proficiency with patent docketing systems and document management platforms Strong working knowledge of Adobe Acrobat This is an excellent opportunity to join a nationally respected firm and contribute to a sophisticated intellectual property practice.