Patent Prosecution Secretary
Fawkes IDM, United States

An international law firm with offices in Washington, D.C. is seeking a full-time Patent Prosecution Secretary to join their team.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing formal documents, USPTO electronic filings, and client communications
• Monitoring large dockets electronically; formatting specifications for electronic filings
• Preparing and formatting amendments for electronic filings
• Typing letters, briefs, memos and various other documents
• Coordinating client billing
• Coordinating travel arrangements
• Scheduling and organizing meetings and appointments
• Screening and answering telephones
• Establishing and maintaining files for the attorneys
• Working with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint for a variety of assignments and performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 3+ years of patent prosecution secretarial experience.
• Prior experience acting as a liaison between attorneys and clients.
• Comprehensive knowledge of U.S. patent prosecution filings.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and excellent oral and written communication skills with an emphasis on accuracy and proofreading.
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
• Ability to handle a variety of tasks simultaneously.
• Flexibility to work additional hours, as necessary.
• College degree or equivalent experience.

Job Rewards and Benefits