Paralegal

Summary

Join Magic Leap as a Patent Paralegal and play a critical role in supporting domestic and foreign intellectual property prosecution. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Patent Administration, you will leverage your expertise in patent law and navigate complex legal procedures. This fully remote position, based in the US, requires proficiency in patent docket management systems (Anaqua experience preferred). You will manage USPTO filings, oversee PCT applications, maintain compliance with global processes, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. Success demands strong attention to detail, adaptability, and the ability to handle occasional overtime. Magic Leap offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five years of experience as a patent prosecution paralegal, managing a large patent portfolio
• Highly detail-oriented, with a strong ability to manage complex filing requirements across multiple jurisdictions
• Extensive knowledge of U.S. patent filing rules and regulations, as well as foreign filing procedures across multiple jurisdictions
• Expertise in preparing and filing U.S. and PCT patent applications, including provisional, utility, and PCT filings, as well as handling missing parts responses and follow-on correspondence through PatentCenter
• Proficiency in both U.S. and foreign patent docketing, with experience tracking deadlines, updating case statuses, monitoring due actions, and generating accurate docket reports (Anaqua experience preferred)
• Skilled in extracting and analyzing critical information from correspondence and official Patent Office databases worldwide, including USPTO, WIPO, EPO, SIPO, JPO/JPLATT, and KIPO
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with USPTO personnel, attorneys, paralegals, patent agents, engineers, foreign associates, and staff on docketing and prosecution matters
• Experience conducting quality assurance reviews for patent filings, identifying potential errors or omissions, and escalating them to attorneys or agents for resolution
• Proven ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies related to case details or database inconsistencies with precision and efficiency
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to meet business needs

Responsibilities

• Review incoming correspondence for accuracy and update our docket management system to ensure data integrity
• Prepare reports as requested
• Manage USPTO filings and oversee PCT applications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with office requirements
• Maintain compliance with global patent prosecution processes across multiple jurisdictions
• Collaborate closely with internal attorneys, colleagues, and outside counsel to streamline workflows and facilitate effective communication

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in both mid-size or large law firms and in-house environments
• Experience working in a corporate in-house patent department
• At least two years of experience with Anaqua or any other patent docketing system
• Completion of a formal intellectual property educational program or certification

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus
• Equity
• Fully comprehensive benefits package
• Remote work