Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with offices in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia that represents clients in litigation and arbitration, regulatory and policy, and transactional and corporate matters. The firm is internationally recognized for its representation of Fortune 500 companies in high-stakes litigation and government-facing matters, as well as its ongoing commitment to pro bono service and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

For the health and safety of the workforce, Crowell & Moring LLP is requiring that all prospective employees present proof that they are fully-vaccinated and—if eligible—boosted against COVID-19, or seek a reasonable accommodation for religious or medical reasons, prior to their first day of employment.  Prospective employees who are fully-vaccinated but not yet eligible for a booster shot will be required to obtain a booster within one week of eligibility as a condition of continued employment.  “Crowell & Moring LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Crowell & Moring LLP will engage in the interactive process with candidates who are unable to be vaccinated and/or boosted due to a sincerely held religious belief or medical reasons and explore what, if any, reasonable accommodations Crowell & Moring is able to offer.”

Remote/in-office (hybrid) option.

Job Summary
The Patent Prosecution Information Specialist is a member of the IP Operations team whose job function includes conducting conflicts checks and identifying patent applications. The Specialist will support patent prosecution attorneys with regard to responding to patent office communications.

Job Responsibilities
•    Reviews office actions and conduct-related conflicts checks in connection with cited references.
•    Generates conflicts reports that summarize the existence of potential conflicts.
•    Searches databases as appropriate for identifying owners of patents, for identifying patents and patent applications related to a patent application for which an office action is issued, and for assessing patent prosecution history.
•    Drafts disclosure statements related to findings of material references, as necessary.
•    Assists with special projects as requested.

Requirements:

Education
The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Paralegal Studies, Library Science, Business, or a related field

Experience
The position requires a minimum of three (3) years of increasingly responsible, directly related experience during which knowledge, skills, and abilities applicable to the position were demonstrated.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 
•    Demonstrated level of understanding of the patent examination process in both the U.S. and non-U.S. jurisdictions.
•    Strong knowledge of and proficiency in conducting corporate research, and running and analyzing conflicts checks in the database to identify conflicts impacting Office Action response.
•    Strong oral and written communications skills.
•    Excellent work ethic, organizational, and analytical skills.
•    Client service-driven toward internal and external clients.
•    Proven ability to interact with attorneys, management, and staff.
•    Knowledge of Microsoft programs including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
 

Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package which includes progressive options such as back up child care, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.

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