Ip – Patents – Paralegal
| Company | Fluence |
|---|---|
| Location | Houston, TX, USA, Arlington, VA, USA, Alpharetta, GA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Mid Level, Senior |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
- ABA-approved Paralegal certification or equivalent experience preferred.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in intellectual property (PATENTS) law, with experience in managing a corporate IP portfolio.
- Familiarity with IP management and docketing software and case management tools.
- High level of attention to detail, strong organizational and project management skills.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. and international IP laws, procedures, processes, and standards; including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple tasks.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the company’s global patent, trademark, and copyright portfolios, ensuring all filings, renewals, and deadlines are met.
- Coordinate with external counsel to ensure timely filings, document signings, and adherence to IP laws in different jurisdictions.
- Manage the IP docketing system, tracking the status of all active and pending IP applications, assignments, and renewals.
- Manage IP Annuities, invoices, and payments.
- Assist with the preparation and filing of patent and trademark applications (domestic and international) and ensure compliance with relevant laws.
- Monitor trademark and patent infringements and coordinate with legal teams on cease-and-desist actions.
- Assist with IP searches, including patent and trademark availability searches.
- Draft and prepare internal reports, summaries, and updates on IP matters for internal stakeholders.
- Support attorneys in preparing materials related to intellectual property disputes, including discovery and document management.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the IP needs of internal business units, including R&D, marketing, and product teams.
- Assist with the development and implementation of IP strategies to align with business objectives.
- Coordinate completion and signing of required documents and forms and ensure timely response for correspondence with internal and external stakeholders.
- Manage IP Attorneys/Agents calendars and meetings.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with global IP filing systems and working with international IP offices.
- Experience working in-house for a corporation or in a legal department is a plus.