Fish & Richardson

Patent Paralegal

Fish & Richardson • $68K — $102K *
Dallas, TX 75217In-Person
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or ABA-certified Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years' experience as a Patent Paralegal with knowledge of U.S. prosecution.
  • U.S. prosecution experience is mandatory; foreign experience is a bonus.
  • Must meet a billing requirement of 1300 hours per year.
  • Ability to assist team members and work in a collaborative environment.
  • Preferred experience in preparing and filing formal patent documents.
  • Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare, obtain, and file patent prosecution documents accurately.
  • Manage prosecution docket and ensure compliance with deadlines.
  • Document daily work hours for billing purposes.
  • Assist in filing information disclosure statements and office action responses.
  • Collaborate with team members to enhance workflow.
  • Follow up on items to ensure all due dates are met.
  • Maintain thorough records of patent filings and communications.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay and discretionary bonuses.
  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
  • Generous paid time off policy.
  • Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
  • Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contributions.
  • Family-friendly work atmosphere with child care support.
  • Promotes health and wellness initiatives.
Full Job Description
Patent Paralegal

How Will You Make a Difference?

  • Accurately prepare, obtain, and file documents related to all phases of patent prosecution, including, but not limited to, requests for client instructions; assignments; information disclosure statements; and responses to office actions.
  • Maintain and manage a prosecution docket and follow up on items to ensure due dates and deadlines are met.
  • Account for all hours worked on a daily basis by entering time into the firm's timekeeping system to achieve the billable goal as established by practice management.


What Will You Bring to the Table?

  • Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA (American Bar Association) recognized program or equivalent experience in legal support.
  • 5+ years' experience as a Patent Paralegal with U.S. prosecution knowledge.
  • U.S. prosecution experience is required; Foreign experience is a plus but not required.
  • Ability to meet the firm's billing requirement of 1300 hours per year.
  • Willingness to assist other team members when needed and ability to work well within a team-oriented environment.
  • Preparation and filing of information disclosure statements and formal documents experience (i.e., assignments, declarations, office action shells, etc.) is preferred.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in the office as needed for training and collaboration, for a minimum of 3 days per month.


Why Fish?

When you join our team, we offer:

  • Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
  • Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
  • A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
  • A positive culture ranked as one of the best in the country in Vault's 2026 law firm survey
  • The pay range for this position varies by geographic market. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors including education, experience, skills, professional background, overall qualifications, and location
    • In Chicago and Minneapolis, the estimated starting pay range is $34.87 - $52.30 per hour (based on a 37.5-hour workweek), which is equivalent to $68,000- $102,000 annually.
    • In San Diego, the estimated starting pay range is $40.11 - $59.89 per hour (based on a 35-hour workweek), which is equivalent to $73,000 - $109,000 annually.
    • In Silicon Valley, the estimated starting pay range is $42.86 - $64.28 per hour (based on a 35-hour workweek), which is equivalent to $78,000 - $117,000 annually.


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About Fish & Richardson

Fish & Richardson is a law firm that specializes in intellectual property law. The firm was founded in 1878 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Fish & Richardson has offices in several other cities in the United States, as well as in Germany and China. The firm's clients include a number of well-known companies, such as Google, Microsoft, and Apple. Fish & Richardson has received several awards for its services, including the Best Law Firms award from U.S. News & World Report.
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Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Legal & Accounting
* Ladders Estimates

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