Foreign Patent Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search, a Hispanic Women Owned & Operated National Recruiting Firm stands at the forefront of innovation and excellence. Led by a visionary team with a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion, our firm is dedicated to identifying and attracting top talent across the nation. With a unique blend of cultural insight and professional expertise, we pride ourselves on creating an environment that fosters success for both employers and candidates.

International Patent Paralegal — Mid-Level
IP Boutique Law Firm | White Plains, NY | Direct Hire | $60,000 – $98,000

Hybrid / Remotelo

A well-established intellectual property boutique law firm is seeking a mid-level Patent Paralegal with a minimum of 3+ years of experience handling non-U.S. international filings to join their patent team.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will coordinate and manage international patent filings and prosecution across multiple jurisdictions, monitor international patent deadlines and ensure timely responses, and review foreign dockets while following up with clients and attorneys to close out completed actions. Additional responsibilities include corresponding with clients regarding critical foreign deadlines and all phases of foreign prosecution, communicating with foreign agents on all aspects of national phase filings, and managing all formalities associated with foreign filings — including requesting executed documents from clients and inventors, ordering certified documents from the USPTO, requesting legalization of documents, and forwarding to foreign agents. The role also involves managing global transfers of IP assets, assisting with portfolio management and reporting, and supporting multiple patent paralegals and attorneys.

Requirements:

• minimum 3+ years of experience handling non-U.S. international patent filings and prosecution
• Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate
• Experience with patent prosecution, international patent databases, and related websites
• Exposure to docketing software (PATTSY preferred)
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage a full workload independently and collaboratively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite including Excel
• Remote flexible work environment available

Compensation: $60,000 – $98,000 per year based on experience, plus a competitive benefits package.

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