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Foreign Filing Specialist-Morrison & Foerster LLP (Job ID: 22366) (palo alto)
Morrison & Foerster LLP, an AmLaw 20 law firm with 16 offices worldwide, has an opening for a Foreign Filing Specialist in our San Francisco or Palo Alto office.
THE OPPORTUNITY
In this newly added position within our growing International patent practice, you will play a visible role in managing complex patent prosecution support work for high-profile clients. Your efforts will focus on strengthening external client relationships by applying your skills and knowledge of Foreign prosecution to provide an exemplary level of client service. Your responsibilities will span across all areas of patent prosecution for your clients in close collaboration with our patent practitioners.
OUR PRACTICE GROUP
For the last 40 years, Morrison & Foerster has been synonymous with big ideas in intellectual property. Our intellectual property practice was recently named by Chambers as IP Law Firm of the Year.
We are experiencing dynamic growth and have recently taken responsibility for managing the patent portfolios of some of the most visible and significant players in the contemporary tech-landscape.
THE FIRM
Morrison & Foerster LLP is a premier global law firm committed to delivering success for our clients around the world. We achieve that by hiring the best talent for every position in our firm. Our progressive workplace policies and our commitment to diversity and collegiality create an environment ideally suited to teamwork and collaboration. We are proud of our numerous workplace awards, including being named to FORTUNE’s list of Best Companies to Work For, American Lawyer’s ”A” list, and for several years running, have been the Vault survey’s #1 law firm for diversity.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Under general direction, provides foreign docket maintenance and follow-up. Processes foreign filings and originates reporting letters to clients. Monitors and distributes incoming mail and reviews foreign outgoing mail. Performs research, analysis, and other duties as assigned by patent attorneys, agents, analysts and paralegals. Ensures client service and satisfaction are attained in all areas of the position.
QUALIFICATIONS
1) Minimum three to five years of PCT and national patent filing experience preferred.
2) Excellent organizational and follow-through skills; ability to deal with several things at once under stressful situations.
3) Strong attention to detail essential; ability to perform routine tasks and maintain concentration for long periods of time.
4) Strong analytical skills and willingness to deal with and solve on-going unique situations.
5) Ability to work independently, respond appropriately to urgency, and meet deadlines.
6) Ability to effectively manage a large and on-going docket.
7) Ability to communicate effectively and share ideas.
8) Willingness to assist others with courtesy and cooperation is essential.
9) Knowledge of Word.
10) Reliability and dependability essential.
11) Availability to work overtime; flexibility regarding work schedule required.
HOW TO APPLY
To view full posting and apply, visit:http://www.mofo.com or click here to go directly to the Careers link
This job is listed under job ID 23266
Only Online Applications will be considered. You will receive a confirmation of your application via email. No phone calls please
Morrison & Foerster is not accepting resumes or referrals from agencies. If you are a recruiter, search firm, or employment agency, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate even if Morrison & Foerster hires the candidate.
•Compensation: Competitive