Foreign Filing Specialist

This position provides foreign filing support to members of the patent group, including attorneys, agents, paralegals and secretaries by performing essential duties and responsibilities which include the following:

Essential Job Requirements:

• Prepare and file PCT, national/regional phase and direct national patent applications.
• Prepare and forward client communications, including letters, emails, etc.
• Prepare formal documents, such as Power of Attorney, Assignment and Declaration forms for foreign patent applications.
• Review docket report, provide updated information to the docket staff and reconcile the foreign docket on a regular basis.
• Upload documents to Lecorpio, Anaqua, etc. (client databases) in a timely fashion, and ensure that information and/or documents are uploaded accurately.
• Prepare and/or coordinate preparation of the formal drawings.
• Print hard copy emails and documents, and place in the corresponding file jackets.
• Order priority documents.
• Receive incoming foreign mail and distribute as needed.
• Process invoices, obtain attorney’s approval and forward to Accounting Department.
• Operate office equipment such as printers, facsimile machines, photocopying machines and pdf scanners. Ensure they are available for use (e.g., filled with paper, etc.).
• Maintain skills necessary to function effectively and meet all expectations of the role, including the basic functions of core technology tools.
• Clarify tasks; confirm understanding.
• Assist with projects, as needed.
• Accept change and work to incorporate change into daily work environment.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Provide good client service by maintaining a positive and professional attitude as well as positive and cooperative relationship with legal staff, peers and administrators, as well as when interacting by phone or in person with the firm's clients and external contacts.
• 5+ years of foreign patent prosecution experience; law firm experience is required.
• Working knowledge foreign patent-related laws and regulations.
• Working knowledge and experience with reviewing and reconciling a foreign patent docket.
• Working knowledge and experience with Patent Application Information retrieval System (Private PAIR ), Electronic Filing System ( EFS), Electronic Patent Assignment System (EPAS), PCT-SAFE and electronic filing systems in foreign countries.
• Accurate typing skills of a minimum of 55 wpm.
• Accurate spelling, punctuation, sentence structure and grammar.
• Knowledge of legal practices and terminology.
• Intermediate knowledge of Word and Excel required.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate with clients, foreign agents and the general public in a professional manner.
• Demonstrate a professional demeanor at all times. Exhibit a desire to team with support staff, peers, attorneys and administrators.
• Ability to prioritize work and adjust priorities.
• Maintain reliable attendance record and punctuality.
• Sound knowledge of firm policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate willingness to undertake additional responsibilities and assist others when requested.

Office Location:  Centerville, Utah
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Amount of Travel Required: None