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Patent Paralegal II

Genentech
Est. $65,000 - $127,250 / year
Posted May 27
Full Time
On SiteSouth San Francisco, California

THE POSITION

The Patent Paralegal II will provide a high level of administrative support in all facets of US Patent Law to three or more patent attorneys in the Genentech Legal Department. Ideal candidate must possess advanced knowledge of Patent and Trademark (PTO) rules and procedures. Candidate must be proficient at navigating EFS, PAIR and EPAS. Strong knowledge of and ability to keep abreast of 37 C.F.R. rules and MPEP rules are essential.

Responsibilities:

  • Preparing and filing US Patent correspondence, transmittal documents, and formality documents (Declarations and Assignments).

  • Correspond with Foreign Associates and Outside Counsel relating to all Patent Prosecution matters.

  • Generate weekly docket reports and coordinate with attorneys, colleagues, Foreign Associates and Outside Counsel to ensure all deadlines are met.

  • Prepare and manage Information Disclosure statements, including the ability to comprehensively review art cited across large patent family/portfolios.

  • Create, organize and maintain US and foreign patent files (paper and electronic).

Job Requirements:

  • A minimum of 5-7 experience in patent prosecution work required.

  • High school diploma required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

  • Required technical capabilities in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Adobe Acrobat Professional as well as basic knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint. 

  • Experience using the USPTO electronic filing system as well as a patent docketing system (IP Manager, CPI, CPA, Anaqua etc.) is required. 

  • Experience with First to File, Google Suites, Lecorpio (IDS), and iManage is extremely beneficial.

  • Strong skills in the following areas:

  • Organization, attention to detail, and analytical abilities
  • Effective written and verbal communications to include clarity and tact
  • Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously, efficiently, and collaboratively in accordance with deadlines.
  • Proactive, self-disciplined and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

  • Contribute to the general needs of the Patent and Legal groups. Some examples include providing back-up assistance to peers, and participating on special projects and/or other activities as requested.

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer, and we embrace the increasingly diverse world around us. Genentech prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status and veteran status.

Genentech requires all new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as of their start date. This requirement is a condition of employment at Genentech, and it applies regardless of whether the position is located at a Genentech campus or is fully remote.  If you are unable to receive the vaccine due to a disability or serious medical condition, or because it is prohibited as a result of your sincerely held religious beliefs, you will have an opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation.

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