Pay
$90,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
Join a growing intellectual property practice with a strong reputation for high-quality patent work
Take ownership of complex U.S. and international patent prosecution matters
Work closely with experienced attorneys and foreign associates on sophisticated portfolios
Enjoy a stable, long-term role with meaningful responsibility and career growth
Be part of a professional, collaborative, and supportive team environment
Location
This role is on-site in Salt Lake City, UT, offering a collaborative in-office environment with direct access to attorneys and staff. Additional openings are available in New York City, San Francisco, and Irvine, CA.
Note
Candidates must have 5 or more years of hands-on patent prosecution paralegal experience, including U.S. and international filings. This is not an entry-level role.
About Us:
We are an intellectual property and complex litigation law firm supporting clients across a wide range of technologies. Our team values precision, collaboration, and professionalism, and we take pride in delivering excellent client service in a friendly, business-casual environment. Confidential Employer.
Job Description:
Prepare and file U.S. patent applications, PCT applications, and related USPTO correspondence
Coordinate with foreign associates on PCT, national stage filings, annuities, and maintenance fees
Prepare and file formal documents, issue fee payments, and post-allowance filingsMonitor and manage foreign and domestic patent deadlines and attorney dockets
Draft office action response shells and application documents for attorney review
Review and revise claims at attorney direction
Communicate with clients and foreign associates regarding filings, deadlines, and procedural updates
Maintain accurate electronic and physical client files
Conduct post-allowance due diligence to ensure accuracy of issued patents
Support attorneys with reporting, research, and matter management
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff as needed
Qualifications: 5+ years of patent prosecution paralegal experience
Strong knowledge of U.S. and international patent prosecution rules and procedures
Proficiency with USPTO systems and patent docketing
Ability to manage a high-volume docket with accuracy and attention to detail
Professional handling of confidential information
Why You Will Love Working Here
You’ll work in a respectful, collaborative environment where your expertise is valued. The firm offers meaningful responsibility, long-term stability, strong benefits, and the opportunity to be part of a growing IP practice without unnecessary bureaucracy.
Benefits: Dental insurance
Paid time off
Relocation assistance
Vision insurance
