Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c./Milwaukee, WI

We have an immediate opening in our Milwaukee office for a Hybrid Paralegal in our Intellectual Property Department. This is a rare opportunity for the well-qualified candidate. You will assist and support timekeepers in meeting the needs and demands of their clients in matters related to patent procedures in the Intellectual Property practice area. You will join an award-winning team with a sophisticated practice. Their philosophy involves a synergistic approach to intellectual property protection and intangible asset management.

Responsibilities include:

Learn all phases of the patent process and procedures.
Prepare and maintain docket.
Communicate with the USPTO.
Open new clients and matters and follow all appropriate procedures for this process.
Enter data for new cases in appropriate database and task the appropriate attorney for all deadlines.
Check CPI Database and keep updated.
Run all appropriate docket reports on weekly and monthly basis.
Enter incoming and outgoing correspondence into CPI docketing system daily.
Print and docket correspondence from PAIR receive daily.
Prepare and send quarterly annuity/MF letters to clients.
Research and review files, databases and other resources to obtain information.
Enter timekeepers' time entries and assist with identifying billable matters.
Proofread for spelling, punctuation and grammar.
Organize docket deadlines.
Effectively prioritize daily workload based on available time and deadlines.
Assist timekeepers with managing priorities, deadlines and docket.
Organize and maintain files.
Take an interest in client matters and gain background knowledge about clients and their businesses.
Take lead on preparing letters, responses and other administrative duties.
Serve as administrative backup for other assigned timekeepers as needed.
Perform Internet research.
When requested, monitor timekeepers' e-mail, regular mail and/or voicemail (when timekeeper is out of the office). Arrange for appropriate responses whenever possible. Report responses/status of items to timekeepers.
Analyze and identify resources to increase efficiency and add value to services we provide.

Qualifications:

Experience in all phases of the patent process and familiarity in the U.S. Patent Office is preferred, but we will train the right candidate.
General understanding of patent docketing procedures.
Excellent written, oral and e-mail communication skills.
Ability to problem-solve and make practical decisions.
Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently.
Must take initiative and be comfortable working in a deadline driven environment.
Ability to prioritize and handle/complete multiple tasks with competing deadlines.
Outstanding customer service/interpersonal skills.
Strong technology skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Exceptional organizational skills.
Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.
Solid proofreading skills.
Excellent grammar, spelling, vocabulary and language skills.
Efficient, flexible and patient.
Ability to display complete discretion and tactfulness with confidential information.Bachelors' Degree required.

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