Description We are looking for a skilled Paralegal to support patent-related legal operations for a manufacturing organization in Southfield, Michigan. This Long-term Contract opportunity focuses on coordinating domestic and international patent matters, maintaining accurate records, and helping legal professionals keep filings and deadlines on track. The position works closely with attorneys, inventors, outside counsel, and government agencies to support a well-organized patent portfolio.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate the preparation and submission of U.S. and international patent application materials under attorney guidance.
Create and review patent support documents such as declarations, assignments, powers of attorney, and disclosure-related forms for completeness and accuracy.
Assist with Patent Cooperation Treaty matters, foreign filing activity, and national phase entry processes across multiple jurisdictions.
Maintain the patent docketing system by recording key dates for responses, renewals, maintenance fees, and other filing obligations.
Communicate upcoming deadlines and required actions to attorneys and relevant stakeholders to help ensure timely completion of patent activities.
Act as a central point of contact among inventors, attorneys, foreign associates, clients, and patent offices regarding application status and documentation needs.
Organize execution, collection, and filing of required documents while keeping patent records current and audit-ready.
Support portfolio administration by tracking lifecycle events, preparing reporting information, and assisting with due diligence work tied to transactions such as licensing or acquisitions.
Schedule and coordinate patent committee meetings, including related materials and follow-up actions. Requirements - Experience supporting patent prosecution matters for U.S. and international filings. - Working knowledge of patent docketing practices and deadline management. - Familiarity with USPTO filing processes, forms, and correspondence requirements. - Understanding of intellectual property documentation and patent portfolio recordkeeping. - Ability to prepare, review, and organize detailed legal documents with a high level of accuracy. - Strong communication skills for coordinating with attorneys, inventors, external agencies, and foreign associates. - Proficiency in tracking multiple priorities and maintaining compliance with procedural requirements.
The pay range for this position is $40 to $45. Benefits available to contract/contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/contract professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.
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