Paralegal | Intellectual Property (Patent Prosecution)

Intellectual Property (Patent Prosecution) Paralegal

Location: Dallas, TX
Schedule: Full-Time
Compensation: Competitive Salary + Comprehensive Benefits

Join a Premier Intellectual Property Law Firm

A highly respected Intellectual Property boutique law firm is seeking an experienced Patent Prosecution Paralegal to join its growing Dallas office. This is an outstanding opportunity to work alongside nationally recognized intellectual property attorneys representing innovative companies, entrepreneurs, startups, and global organizations across a wide range of industries.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in U.S. patent prosecution. This role offers the opportunity to manage sophisticated patent portfolios while working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment focused exclusively on intellectual property law.

Responsibilities

Patent Prosecution Support

• Prepare and electronically file U.S. patent applications, responses, Information Disclosure Statements (IDS), assignments, powers of attorney, declarations, and other USPTO filings.
• Monitor patent prosecution matters from filing through issuance.
• Review USPTO correspondence and identify critical deadlines.
• Prepare draft responses to Office Actions and assist attorneys throughout the prosecution process.
• Coordinate domestic and international patent filings with foreign associates.
• Prepare and file formal documents with the USPTO while ensuring compliance with filing requirements.
• Assist with patent portfolio maintenance and ongoing prosecution activities.

Docket & Portfolio Management

• Monitor and maintain patent prosecution deadlines using the firm's docketing system.
• Audit patent portfolios to ensure matters remain current and compliant.
• Review docket reports and communicate upcoming deadlines to attorneys and clients.
• Maintain accurate electronic case files and document management records.

Client & Administrative Support

• Communicate professionally with inventors, clients, foreign associates, and the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, and status updates for clients.
• Organize and maintain patent files and supporting documentation.
• Assist attorneys with legal research, document review, and administrative support.
• Support additional intellectual property projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Patent Prosecution Paralegal experience.
• Prior experience supporting intellectual property attorneys in a law firm is required.
• Strong knowledge of USPTO patent prosecution procedures and deadlines.
• Experience preparing and filing U.S. patent applications and related prosecution documents.
• Experience coordinating foreign patent filings is a plus.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience with patent docketing and document management software preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong client service orientation and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Why Join?

• Join a highly respected boutique law firm focused exclusively on Intellectual Property law.
• Work alongside nationally recognized patent attorneys representing innovative companies across diverse industries.
• Manage sophisticated domestic and international patent portfolios.
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with excellent long-term career opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in any of the following areas are especially encouraged to apply:

• Patent Prosecution
• USPTO Filings
• Patent Portfolio Management
• Patent Docketing
• Domestic & International Patent Filings
• Intellectual Property Law
• Patent Maintenance
• IDS Filings
• Office Action Responses
• Foreign Associate Coordination