Paralegal

San Diego, California

Job Description

Paralegal (Mid-level Patent Prosecution) Position Summary

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP’s San Diego office is seeking an experienced Patent Prosecution Paralegal to support attorneys in all aspects of U.S. and international patent prosecution. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced law firm environment. Hybrid schedule with mandatory in-office presence at least three days per week.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, file, and manage U.S. and international patent applications, including provisional, non-provisional, PCT, and national phase filings

• Draft and file USPTO documents, including responses to Office Actions, IDSs, assignments, declarations, powers of attorney, and related correspondence

• Coordinate foreign patent filings with international associates and monitor deadlines

• Maintain accurate docketing of patent deadlines and ensure timely compliance with USPTO and foreign jurisdiction requirements

• Communicate with attorneys, clients, inventors, and foreign counsel regarding filing requirements and case status

• Maintain and organize patent prosecution files and electronic records

• Assist with patent portfolio management, audits, and reporting as requested

Qualifications

• At least five years of patent prosecution paralegal experience in a law firm environment

• Strong knowledge of U.S. patent prosecution procedures and USPTO rules

• Experience with international patent filings and foreign associate coordination

• Proficiency with USPTO Patent Center and IP docketing systems

• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines with minimal supervision

Preferred Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience

• Experience supporting multiple attorneys and clients

• Familiarity with patent portfolio management software

Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for the position in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

California Pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on skillset and experience, is $110,000 - $135,000.

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please contact us at PillsburyWorkday@pillsburylaw.com.