IP Patent Prosecution Specialist

IP Patent Prosecution Specialist

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world's leading global law firms with offices in strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, is seeking to hire an IP Patent Prosecution Specialist for our Intellectual Property Patent Support Unit. Reporting to the Patent Prosecution Supervisor, the IP Patent Prosecution Specialist will be responsible for supporting activities related to patent prosecution and the preparation and filing of documents related to international and foreign national patent applications.

Morgan Lewis recognizes the benefits of supporting flexible working arrangements. This position can reside in any of the following locations: Chicago, Houston or Washington, D.C. office with a hybrid in-office/remote working schedule. Flexibility with overtime is required.

Key responsibilities include:

• Prepares and files documents with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office such as, New Patent Applications, IDS, Preliminary Amendments, and formalities
• Prepares client reporting letters and correspondence regarding formalities, Official Actions, Notices of Allowance, and Letters Patent.
• Prepares and files documents related to international and foreign national patent applications and files documents with the World Intellectual Property Office International Bureau and foreign national patent offices in accordance with set guidelines and procedures.
• Analyzes PTO-issued documents for accuracy (such as filing receipts, assignment documents, certificates of correction, etc.).
• Prepares patent prosecution documents, including transcribing instructions (written and/or verbal), producing patent applications, correspondence, reports, memoranda, proofreading and redlining, photocopying, assembling and distributing.

Experience and qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 3 - 5 years of relevant patent prosecution experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and assignments.
• Ability to work well under pressure and the ability to participate in a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency in and knowledge of the following software: CPI Patent, MS-Office (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel), WorkSite, Adobe Acrobat, Legal MacPac, Outlook, Office Communicator, iManage.

Qualified candidates must apply online by visiting our website at and selecting "Careers."