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Patent Paralegal

$90k - $125k

Orion Placement

About the job Patent Paralegal


Pay: $90,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity
  • Join a growing intellectual property practice with a strong reputation for high-quality patent work
  • Take ownership of complex U.S. and international patent prosecution matters
  • Work closely with experienced attorneys and foreign associates on sophisticated portfolios
  • Enjoy a stable, long-term role with meaningful responsibility and career growth
  • Be part of a professional, collaborative, and supportive team environment
Location

This role is on-site in Salt Lake City, UT, offering a collaborative in-office environment with direct access to attorneys and staff. Additional openings are available in New York City, San Francisco, and Irvine, CA.

Note

Candidates must have 5 or more years of hands-on patent prosecution paralegal experience, including U.S. and international filings. This is not an entry-level role.

About Us

We are an intellectual property and complex litigation law firm supporting clients across a wide range of technologies. Our team values precision, collaboration, and professionalism, and we take pride in delivering excellent client service in a friendly, business-casual environment. Confidential Employer.

Job Description
  • Prepare and file U.S. patent applications, PCT applications, and related USPTO correspondence
  • Coordinate with foreign associates on PCT, national stage filings, annuities, and maintenance fees
  • Prepare and file formal documents, issue fee payments, and post-allowance filings
  • Monitor and manage foreign and domestic patent deadlines and attorney dockets
  • Draft office action response shells and application documents for attorney review
  • Review and revise claims at attorney direction
  • Communicate with clients and foreign associates regarding filings, deadlines, and procedural updates
  • Maintain accurate electronic and physical client files
  • Conduct post-allowance due diligence to ensure accuracy of issued patents
  • Support attorneys with reporting, research, and matter management
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff as needed
Qualifications
  • 5+ years of patent prosecution paralegal experience
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. and international patent prosecution rules and procedures
  • Proficiency with USPTO systems and patent docketing
  • Ability to manage a high-volume docket with accuracy and attention to detail
  • Professional handling of confidential information
Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll work in a respectful, collaborative environment where your expertise is valued. The firm offers meaningful responsibility, long-term stability, strong benefits, and the opportunity to be part of a growing IP practice without unnecessary bureaucracy.

JPC-1343

Benefits:
  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Relocation assistance
  • Vision insurance
Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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