International Patent Specialist

2 weeks ago


San Francisco, California, United States Direct Counsel, LLC Full time
Job Overview

Direct Counsel, LLC is seeking a highly skilled IP International Patent Specialist (Annuities) to join their IP Practice Services team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3+ years of foreign filing and annuities experience, preferably in a law firm environment. The successful candidate will have predominantly international work experience, strong knowledge of foreign prosecution procedures, and the ability to bill a minimum of 1560 hours annually.

Key Responsibilities
  • Encourage clients to outsource annuity and maintenance fee management to ensure timely payment.
  • Interact with foreign agents to ensure client preferences are met and annuity-related correspondence is processed according to risk management procedures.
  • Collaborate with clients to maintain data integrity and implement consistent internal processes.
  • Review and resolve data discrepancy reports from annuity vendors, foreign agents, and clients.
  • Regularly audit annuity deadlines and information in the firm's systems for accuracy.
  • Prepare client-specific annuity reports and transmit payment instructions.
  • Coordinate with the IP Client Transition Team to ensure annuity payment preferences are confirmed.
  • Respond to client requests for budget information.
Requirements
  • Minimum 3+ years of foreign filing and annuities experience required.
  • Previous experience in a law firm environment preferred.
  • Predominantly international work experience (75%:25% ratio) preferred.
  • Ability to bill a minimum of 1560 hours annually (40 hours/week).
  • Strong knowledge of foreign prosecution procedures.
  • Experience with Inprotech, IPDAS, or iManage is a plus.
  • Ability to manage own docket and foreign portfolio, assigned to clients.
What We Offer

Direct Counsel, LLC offers a competitive hourly pay range of $68.00 and the opportunity to work with a renowned law firm. The position is remote, with occasional onsite meetings. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently.


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