Foreign Filing Specialist Job at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide. We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start-ups to multibillion-dollar global corporations, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance and advise them. The firm has approximately 1,200 attorneys in 19 offices: 14 in the U.S., three in China, and two in Europe. Our broad spectrum of practices and entrepreneurial spirit allow our staff exceptional opportunities for professional achievement and career growth.
The firm is looking for a full-time Foreign Filing Paralegal to support our San Diego office. As part of a team of Foreign Filing Specialists, you will work closely with attorneys and patent agents to manage all foreign filings for the clients. The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to generating cost estimates using Global IP Estimator; preparing and filing PCT applications; preparing direct and national phase filings; corresponding with foreign associates regarding formalities and other patent-related issues; corresponding with clients regarding foreign filing matters; reviewing and maintaining a personal foreign filing docket; retrieving, reviewing, and organizing information from public databases; and working on other projects as necessary. Thorough knowledge of foreign filing processes, matters related to sequence listings, and rules at foreign patent offices is required.
The preference for this position will be hybrid, working in-office 2 days per week, either in San Diego or one of our offices in Los Angeles.
The ideal candidate is efficient, flexible, detail-oriented, results-oriented, a self-starter, possesses strong organizational and communication skills, strong computer skills, the ability to prioritize, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment. Knowledge regarding CPI or other calendar databases, document management systems, PCT Safe, Global IP Estimator, USPTO's Patent Application Information Retrieval system and foreign patent offices' databases and websites is preferred. Occasional overtime work may be necessary. A bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate is required. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience, preferably in a law firm environment.
The compensation for this position may include overtime and a discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package.
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. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
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