Direct Talent Solutions Hiring for *HIRING ASAP* Foreign Filing Specialist $75k- $90k + Full Benefits at New York, NY Full Time

Position: Foreign Filing Specialist

Location: New York, NY

Full Time: Yes

Salary range: $75,000-$90,000

We are a Top Ranked National Law Firm! The firm is full service and has offices across the United States. The firm’s clients include Fortune 100, mid-cap, closely held, and emerging companies, and include financial, industrial, pharmaceutical, and commercial enterprises as well as educational, health care, government, and nonprofit institutions. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace with diverse lawyers and professional staff who not only reflect our vibrant clients and communities, but also bring unique talents and perspectives that strengthen our firm and inspire others to succeed—because all voices are valuable. We are currently seeking a Foreign Filing Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Preparing/filing PCT and 371 applications
• Preparing filing packages and monitoring foreign filings, including direct national, national/regional phase, and design applications
• Preparing/filing documents/responses in PCT applications (i.e. correct defects, furnish sequence listing, Ch. II Demands, 92bis requests, etc.)
• Corresponding with clients/foreign associates regarding filing formalities
• Monitoring foreign patent docket daily
• Reviewing/analyzing correspondence from U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), World Intellectual Property Organization, foreign national patent offices, and foreign associates
• Preparing cost estimates for international patent filings using licensed software
• Assisting with intake of foreign patent portfolios, including reviewing file histories and liaising with foreign associates
• Performing research/compiling data as requested by attorneys/clients
• Attending to special projects (i.e. changes in foreign patent ownership)
• Keeping abreast of international and foreign national patent prosecution rules and serving as resource for attorneys/assistants/clients

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Analytical thinker with proven ability to work independently and proactively
• Careful attention to detail
• Demonstrated success working in demanding, deadline-driven environment and adjusting to shifting priorities
• Strong team contributor
• Availability to work overtime when necessary
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of CPI, IPDAS, e-PCT, and USPTO online filing preferred
• Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 2 years international patent filing experience preferred