Patent Paralegal

We're seeking an experienced Patent Prosecution Paralegal to join our client's in-house legal team. This role focuses on managing patent portfolios, handling IP billing, and ensuring accurate docketing. Corporate legal experience is required.

Responsibilities:

Maintain and manage the internal IP docket

Track and verify patent annuities and maintenance fees

Review monthly invoices, resolve billing discrepancies

Use Anaqua to manage IP records and deadlines

Requirements:

7+ years of patent prosecution paralegal experience

Strong knowledge of U.S. and international patent processes

Proficient in Anaqua

Prior experience in a corporate legal environment

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.