Paralegal Tier II or III (Intellectual Property) - Hybrid Schedule
Company: Reed Smith LLP
Location: Houston
Posted on: May 28, 2023
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Job Description:
US Job Description Firm Information Reed Smith is a global
relationship law firm with more than 1,700 lawyers in 30 offices
throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.
Founded in 1877, the firm represents leading international
businesses, from Fortune 100 corporations to mid-market and
emerging enterprises. Its lawyers provide litigation and other
dispute resolution services in multi-jurisdictional and other
high-stakes matters; deliver regulatory counsel; and execute the
full range of strategic domestic and cross-border transactions.
Reed Smith is a preeminent advisor to industries including
financial services, life sciences, health care, advertising,
entertainment and media, shipping and transport, energy and natural
resources, real estate, manufacturing, technology, and education.
For more information, visit reedsmith.com. Position Summary Under
general supervision and according to established policies and
procedures provides legal/general support to the firm's attorneys
and their clients. Must be familiar with and observe the firm's
established policies and guidelines. Must maintain positive contact
with attorneys (both the firm's and outside counsel), support
staff, clients and vendors. Observes confidentiality of client and
firm matters. This position is not limited to the functions and
skills listed on this description and responsibilities may be
revised as needed. Under general supervision and according to
established policies and procedures provides legal/general support
to the firm's attorneys and their clients. Must be familiar with
and observe the firm's established policies and guidelines. Must
maintain positive contact with attorneys (both the firm's and
outside counsel), support staff, clients and vendors. Observes
confidentiality of client and firm matters. The Intellectual
Property (IP) Paralegal is primarily responsible for assisting IP
attorneys in servicing client's Intellectual Property matters
including, the perfection and enforcement of patents, trademarks,
and copyrights. This position is not limited to the functions and
skills listed on this description and responsibilities may be
revised as needed. Essential Functions Experience in the
preparation, filing and prosecution of domestic and foreign patent
and trademark applications (e.g. patent cooperation treaty ("PCT")
filings, annuity payments, correspond with foreign associates,
etc.); * Ability to conduct searches on trademark and patent
databases; * Experience with inter parties review, post-grant
review and covered business method reviews at the PTAB; *
Experience with IP due diligence work; * Experience in preparing
patent family summaries and estimates for prosecution matters; *
Familiarity with PATTSY docketing system; and familiarity with
PracticeLink, a plus; * Ensure that all relevant due dates are
being met by the group; * Ability to take the lead on dealing with
client needs; * Experience working with foreign associates; *
Willingness to handle filings after hours, as needed; * Interpret
and understand U.S. Patent and Trademark Office rules; and * Other
administrative duties within IP department, as assigned.
Requirements Education: College Degree required with IP training
and/or a paralegal certificate preferred. Experience: General
office skills required. Seven to ten years of prior IP practice
experience and knowledge patent cooperation treaty ("PCT") papers.
Skills: Excellent organizational skills. Must be detail oriented.
Effective oral and written skills. Current software knowledge,
including MS Access or other database software is required.
Knowledge of patent searching databases. Knowledge of the Dialog
database a plus. Other Supervisory Responsibilities: None.
Equipment To Be Used: Personal computer and other office equipment
such as telephone, calculator, fax, machine, copier, scanner, etc.
Typical Physical Demands: Manual dexterity sufficient to operate
standard office equipment. Typical Mental Demands: Able to work
effectively in a fast paced environment. Make judgment decisions
and adapt to changing work situations. Grasp and apply new ideas.
Communicate with various personalities at all levels. Working
Conditions: Works in typical office setting. Occasionally called
upon to work hours in excess of your normal daily schedule. Reed
Smith offers a challenging work environment, business casual dress
code and a total compensation package that includes a competitive
salary, flexible benefits program, tuition assistance, and generous
401 (k) plan. Reed Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reed
Smith's success depends heavily on the effective utilization of
qualified people, regardless of their race, ancestry, religion,
color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender
identity and/or expression, disability, veteran's status, or any
characteristic protected by law. As a firm, we adhere to and
promote equal employment opportunity for all. Reed Smith provides
reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities, including
in the application and interview process. Qualified candidates
only. No search firms. PDN-992f4c3c-183a-4a93-97c2-786db89b7c04
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