Experience: 2–5+ years in IP law firm
Education: Bachelor’s degree
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Key Responsibilities
1. Indian Patent Prosecution
- Prepare, file, and manage Indian patent applications, FER responses, amendments, Form 27, and IPO forms.
- Track deadlines for FER responses, annuities, publication, examination requests, and hearings.
- Coordinate with IPO for e-filing and status updates; review IPO communications and update docket.
2. International & PCT Patent Prosecution
- PCT: File applications via WIPO ePCT; manage ISA/WO communications and PCT timelines.
- U.S.: File applications, IDSs, assignments via USPTO Patent Center; review Office Actions and coordinate with U.S. attorneys.
- Foreign Filings: Liaise with foreign associates for EP, CN, JP, KR, AU, MENA, LATAM, South Asia and other countries filings; track translations, formal docs, and priority claims.
3. Docketing & Compliance
- Maintain accurate docket for Indian, PCT, U.S., and foreign deadlines.
4. Administrative Tasks
- Prepare billing, cost estimates, and support internal quality checks.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
