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Patent Paralegal

Apple

Cupertino, CAFull-timeSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
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Location
Cupertino, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Job overview

Apple seeks an experienced patent specialist to support its patent prosecution processes and strategies. The role works with Apple internal patent counsel and outside counsel, applying expertise across patent prosecution. The posting requires at least three years of paralegal experience in U.S. and foreign patent prosecution, along with proficiency in relevant procedures, systems, and databases. Design-specific prosecution and deadline management experience is preferred.

Skills & qualifications

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Skills

Critical ThinkingAttention to DetailPatent Prosecution ProceduresPCT PracticeAnnuitiesPatent TermsForeign Filing DeadlinesForeign Filing PracticesIP Management SystemsUSPTO Patent CenterEspacenetPatent Search ToolsPatent DatabasesProblem SolvingPrioritizationMultitaskingTeamworkComputer SkillsMicrosoft ExcelDesign-Specific Patent ProsecutionDeadline Management

Qualifications

3+ Years Paralegal Experience

Full job description

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number: 200690786-0836

Summary

Would you like working at a successful company that is equal to none? Are you an experienced patent prosecution support professional? Are you passionate and proud of the work you do? Do you like challenges? You will be challenged to apply your expertise and knowledge in all aspects of patent prosecution to support Apple’s patent team.

Description

We seek to hire an experienced patent specialist. You will work with Apple internal patent counsel as well as outside counsel, in support of the patent prosecution processes and strategies.

Minimum Qualifications

  • 3+ years of paralegal experience in both US and Foreign patent prosecution.

  • Strong critical thinking and attention to detail for identifying potential errors in docketing and patent prosecution documents, as well as facilitating resolution of the error(s).

  • Strong proficiency in US and foreign patent prosecution procedures, rules, and regulations including PCT practice, annuities, patent terms, and foreign filing deadlines and practices.

  • Experience using commercial IP Management Systems (e.g., CPI, Anaqua), USPTO Patent Center, Espacenet, and other patent-search and database tools.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask effectively to meet deadlines.

  • Collaborative team player, able to share responsibility and work cohesively with others.

  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

  • Design-specific patent prosecution and deadline management experience.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

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