UnitedLex
Location
New Delhi | India
Job description
About Us:
iRunway (Erstwhile UnitedLex) is a data and professional services company delivering outcomes for high-performing law firms and corporate legal departments in the areas of digital litigation, intellectual property, contracts, compliance, and legal operations. Founded in 2006 with a mission to push the boundaries of legal innovation, we provide solutions that enable measurable performance improvement, risk mitigation, revenue gain, cost reduction, and digital business synergy. JOB TITLE: Senior Associate – Patent Prep & Pros Location: Gurgaon/Bengaluru OVERALL, PURPOSE OF JOB: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Patent Drafting and Prosecution Specialist to join our dynamic team to handle expansive responsibilities related to our client’s patent portfolio. The primary day to day focus will be on drafting patent applications and responding to office actions. Candidates should have strengths in teamwork (internal and external stakeholders), quality control, and problem-solving. They must also have strong interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Candidates should be experienced in working autonomously/remotely from the team/stakeholders but open to seeking advice from senior team members when needed. REQUIREMENTS: · B.E. /B. Tech./M. Tech. – Electrical & Electronics Engineering or Computer Science Engineering or Electronics & Communication Engineering · Registered patent agent is a plus. · LL.B. (Hons.) from a reputable law school, is a plus. · At least 3 years of experience in preparing patent applications. · Excellent understanding of US and EP patent laws. · Strong written and verbal communication skills. · Ability to communicate effectively with other professionals in the legal department and business teams. · Ability to work efficiently under pressure and effectively manage competing priorities. · Exceptional attention to detail. · Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and direction. · Ability to resolve ambiguities and provide legal guidance in uncertain situations. · Strategic thinking to drive efficiencies and provide business advice and solutions. · Detail-oriented with excellent judgment and analytical skills. · Ability to juggle multiple tasks - dynamic, and action-orientated, which meets deadlines and makes it happen. · Ability to work collaboratively with onsite and/or virtual global teams. · Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and related software programs. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: · Drafting provisional/non-provisional patent applications for filing in major jurisdictions, including (but not limited to) US, EP and PCT. · Understanding invention disclosures and preparing claims, figures, and detailed description. · Co-ordinating with partner law firms for patent drafting and filing activities. · Reviewing work products of junior team members. · Supporting senior members of the team in their day-to-day activities. · Performing other related activities as required.Job tags
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