Patent Paralegal - Unlimited Growth Potential

Eastridge Workforce Solutions has partnered with a distinguished national law firm headquartered in Chicago (Loop), in the search for a skilled Patent Paralegal to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, with a schedule requiring two days in-office and three days working from home per week. If you meet the qualifications outlined below and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today.

Position Overview:

As a Patent Paralegal, you will play a vital role in supporting our Patent Prosecution Partners across various aspects of their daily practice. This position involves collaboration with patent prosecution teams spanning multiple offices nationwide.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist Patent Prosecution Partners in daily practice tasks
• Manage client dockets and portfolios for distribution among attorneys and paralegals
• Oversee client matters, including review of invention disclosure documents, requesting search reports, and tracking deadlines
• Review and track US and foreign deadlines via daily, weekly, and monthly docket reports

Qualifications:

• 1-5 years of legal administrative or paralegal experience
• Knowledge of USPTO filing procedures
• Bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 3.4 or higher
• Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize effectively
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, Adobe Acrobat, USPTO’s PAIR, DocuSign, CPI, LMS+, and LexisNexis

Compensation and Benefits:

• Base salary range: $55,000 - $85,000 annually (dependent on qualifications and experience)
• Additional compensation may include annual bonuses
• Competitive pay and comprehensive health benefits
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution
• Flexible spending account
• Educational assistance
• Wellness programs and more

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please note that Eastridge is unable to provide visa sponsorship to applicants.

Certain clients require Eastridge to perform background checks and Eastridge will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds.

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