THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION. APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO COMMUTE TO THE OFFICE IN BOSTON, MA, IN PERSON 3 DAYS PER WEEK.
Location: Boston, MA | Hybrid – 2 remote days/week
Salary Range: $100K-$120K
Schedule: Full-time | Monday-Friday, 9-5 | Occasional Overtime
Required: 7+ years of U.S. and foreign patent prosecution experience in a law firm
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.
About the Opportunity
A nationally recognized law firm is seeking an experienced Patent Specialist to support its growing Intellectual Property (IP) practice. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with extensive U.S. and foreign patent prosecution experience who can manage complex patent portfolios, coordinate international filings, and provide guidance to colleagues on best practices and procedures.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required; paralegal certificate preferred
- 7+ years of U.S. and foreign patent prosecution experience in a law firm required
- Strong knowledge of USPTO, Patent Center, WIPO e-PCT, and international patent office procedures and filing requirements
- Experience managing international patent applications, deadlines, and country-specific documentation requirements
- Excellent case management, organizational, and time-management skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate with colleagues at all levels
- Demonstrated problem-solving, analytical reasoning, and decision-making abilities
- Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and perform effectively under pressure
- Strong customer service skills, professional judgment, and discretion when handling confidential information
- Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and the ability to quickly learn new software and applications
- Flexibility to work overtime when necessary
Key Responsibilities
- Manage U.S. and foreign patent prosecution dockets, ensuring all deadlines and filing requirements are met
- Prepare and file U.S., PCT, and international patent applications, formal papers, and prosecution documents under attorney supervision
- Draft and distribute correspondence and reporting letters to clients, foreign associates, the USPTO, and international patent offices
- Coordinate the collection of assignments, declarations, powers of attorney, and other patent documentation
- Navigate international patent office websites and manage country-specific filing requirements, including legalization and apostille documents
- Maintain accurate electronic and physical case files and patent prosecution records
- Track and record billable time in accordance with firm policies
- Provide training, mentoring, and guidance to IP staff on filing procedures, best practices, and firm policies
- Provide backup support to other IP paralegals and assist with special projects as needed
Apply Today
Bring your patent prosecution expertise to a collaborative, nationally recognized legal team. If you have the experience to navigate complex U.S. and international patent filings and enjoy supporting attorneys and colleagues, we encourage you to apply today!
Founded in 1969, JOHNLEONARD, a woman-owned business, is the premier staffing choice in Boston and beyond. We provide Temporary/Contract, Direct Hire, Temp-to-Hire, and Payroll services as part of our comprehensive service offerings. JOHNLEONARD is an equal opportunity employer committed to representation, belonging, and accessibility in the workplace. All applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
