Patent Paralegal II

Job description

Genentech’s Intellectual Property team is seeking a Patent Paralegal who will provide a high level of paralegal support in all facets of US Patent Law to three or more patent attorneys in the Genentech IP Team. The ideal candidate must possess advanced knowledge of Patent and Trademark (PTO) rules and procedures, be proficient at navigating Patent Center and Assignment Center, and a strong knowledge of and ability to keep abreast of 37 C.F.R. rules and MPEP rules. This position reports directly to a Principal Paralegal Team lead in the Genentech IP Team. Come join our passion for creating and leveraging game-changing IP strategies that enable Genentech to “ do now what patients need next!” The Opportunity: Key responsibilities of this individual contributor role includes the following: Preparing and filing US Patent correspondence, transmittal documents, and formality documents (Declarations and Assignments). Correspond with foreign associates and outside counsel relating to all patent prosecution matters. Generate weekly docket reports and coordinate with attorneys, colleagues, foreign associates, and outside counsel to ensure all deadlines are met. Create, organize, and maintain...