About the job:
UnitedLex is hiring for professionals in the Intellectual Property domain :
JOB TITLE: Consultant - Patent Prosecution
LOCATION: Gurgaon/Bangalore
OVERALL PURPOSE OF JOB:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Patent Prosecution Specialist to join our dynamic team to handle expansive responsibilities related to our client's patent portfolio.
The primary focus will be on responding to office actions.
Candidates should have strengths in teamwork (internal and external stakeholders), quality control, and problem-solving.
They must also have strong interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Candidates should be experienced in working autonomously/remotely from the team/stakeholders but open to seeking advice from senior team members when needed.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Registered patent agent is a plus
- LL.B(Hons.) from a reputed law school is a plus
- 5+ years' experience in drafting US office action responses
- Excellent understanding of US patent laws
- Experience in EP, India is a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with other professionals in the legal department and business teams
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and effectively manage competing priorities
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and direction
- Ability to resolve ambiguities and provide legal guidance in uncertain situations
- Strategic thinking to drive efficiencies and provide business advice and solutions
- Detail-oriented with excellent judgment and analytical skills
- Ability to juggle multiple tasks - dynamic, and action-orientated, which meets deadlines and makes it happen
- Ability to work collaboratively with onsite and/or virtual global teams
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and related software programs
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Drafting US office action responses
- Co-ordinating with partner law firms for prosecution activities
- Reviewing work products of junior team members
- Mentoring and training team members for drafting office action responses
- Supporting senior team members in their day-to-day activities
- Performing other related activities as required
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