Intellectual Property Specialist Jobs

General Purpose:
The Intellectual Property Specialist supports the growing, innovative, electronics-focused patent practice. This supportive position is responsible for patent-related tasks, helping to prepare and prosecute patents for some of the largest and most innovative technology companies in the world. This role joins a dynamic, collaborative environment focused on excellence and work/life balance. This role specifically supports the Electrical Engineering IP practice.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepares additional templates for various legal documents (Declaration, Powers of Attorney, Assignments)
• Manages new client intake and opening of matters
• Performs electronic filings at the USPTO
• Manages and performs range of duties related to an internal electronic file system
• Maintains proficiency in required technologies such as Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, iManage, USPTO products, Intapp, etc.
• Reviews formalities of filed patent documents to ensure proper form, including Filing Receipts, Declarations, Recordings, Information Disclosure Statements, allowed patents ready to issue, etc.)
• Generates templates for patent applications, and responses to various Office Actions (including but not limited to: a Filing Receipt, Notice to File Missing Parts, Response to Office Action, Notice of Publication, Notice of Allowance, Issue Notification; and Letters Patent) as they relate to correspondence/filing with USPTO, PCT, and foreign associates
• Supports patent attorneys in docket and practice management
• Performs other functions as assigned
• Performs tasks associated with the preparation and prosecution of patent applications

Job Qualifications (Education, Experience and Certification):
All career-focused, interested candidates able to demonstrate the following will be considered:

Abilities

• Excels within a dynamic, positive, professional, team-oriented culture
• Works efficiently, using available technology and striving to make tasks easier and more efficient
• Thinks critically to understand how each task fits into a broader workflow
• Quickly learns and comprehends complex concepts and processes
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail

Skills

• Requires superior oral and written communication
• Requires superior proofreading
• Requires proficiency in Microsoft Office suite products (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Visio is a plus), Adobe Acrobat, iManage, USPTO products, Intapp, etc

Education

• A Bachelor’s degree or 3-5 years experience in a professional environment required.

Experience

• Minimum 3+ years patent prosecution experience required

Knowledge

• Knowledge of USPTO systems and processes
• Knowledge of patent preparation and prosecution

Competencies:

• High Standards – Takes pride in putting forth high-quality work product.
• Customer Orientation – Views the firm through the eyes of the customer and goes out of their way to anticipate and meet customer needs.
• Results Orientation – Maintains appropriate focus on outcomes and accomplishments.
• Initiative – Proactively seeks ways to contribute to and enhance the success of the team.
• Communication – Recognizes the essential value of continuous information exchange.
• Functional/Technical Expertise – Understands necessary information, processes and procedures to carry out job responsibilities.
• Change Agility – Effectively adjusts habits, procedures, and behavior as needed.
• Business Thinking – Understands the bigger picture and how individual actions fit in.
• Team Player – Team oriented; maintains composure and is adaptable to the changing needs of the team.

Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this position, the employee must have the ability to sit, stand and/or walk for extended periods of time; manipulate (lift, carry, move) weights of at least ten (10) pounds; have repetitive wrist/hand/finger movement to work on a computer and/or related office equipment; speak clearly and concisely so listeners can understand; and regularly understand the speech of another person.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by this position to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:
Professional office atmosphere. Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or standing for prolonged periods. Position may require occasional off-hour meetings and events.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those this position may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

Holland & Hart offers of employment take into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. Colorado Salary Range - $24.31-$43.58. A discretionary bonus may be available based upon performance.

Holland & Hart works hard to promote work/life balance with a 37.5-hour scheduled work week for most staff employees, a robust wellness program, and generous PTO and holiday pay for eligible employees. Full-time employees become eligible for benefits on the date hire, with a benefits offering that includes, dental, vision, life, AD&D, EAP, STD, and LTD. Also available are voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and long-term care insurances, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match. In addition, the firm has programs that may provide for educational assistance, free or discounted legal services, and opportunities through the Holland & Hart Foundation, which is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating volunteer opportunities for lawyers, staff, families, and friends of Holland & Hart LLP. Part-time employees may have access to some of these benefits, which may be on a pro-rated basis.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.31 - $43.58 per hour

Benefits:

• Health savings account
• Parental leave
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) matching

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Boulder, CO 80302