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Senior Patent Legal Administrative Assistant

Boston, MA

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A Boston law firm is seeking a Senior Patent Legal Administrative Assistant, with a minimum of 3+ years of Patent experience, to join their very busy Patent Prosecution Department. This position is responsible for supporting and assisting patent attorneys with all administrative work relating to US, PCT and foreign patent applications, information disclosure statements, assignments, responses, and all documentation associated with correspondence to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”).

 

Other Responsibilities include:

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• Attorney docket monitoring and management

• Assistance with managing of foreign patent applications, communication with and reporting to clients and foreign associates regarding instructions and the status of applications and actions

• Maintenance of patent portfolios

• Uploading and filing of application and all other documents/fees with the USPTO

• Uploading and filing assignment and title documents with Electronic Patent Assignment System

• Other duties as assigned.

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Successful candidates will have the following:

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• Minimum of 3+ years of Patent experience

• Excellent organizational, word processing, communication, and deadline management skills

• Bachelor’s degree is required

• Ability to pay attention to detail, multi-task and juggle priorities is essential

• Must be self-motivated and a self-starter

• Expected to attend to multiple tasks without being told or requested

 

 

Salary:$85,000 - $89,000 per year