Senior Intellectual Property Paralegal

As a Senior Intellectual Property Paralegal, you create chemistry by...

• Preparing and filing U.S., PCT, and foreign patent applications, including responses to office actions, restriction requirements, formalities, and Information Disclosure Statements; ensuring cited art is cross-referenced across applications.
• Maintaining IP databases by establishing and updating records for patents, contracts, and other matters; running and analyzing dockets and other reports.
• Conducting intellectual property legal research and supporting the drafting of IP-related agreements and maintaining accurate agreement records.
• Coordinating and communicating with global IP colleagues and US and foreign counsel to manage filings and ensure alignment on IP-related matters. Externally, you will interact with providers and foreign consulates to secure legalization and other formalities.
• Delivering training on IP database usage and workflow processes to internal stakeholders, while acting as liaison among IP, Legal, business, R&D, and external partners.
• Providing administrative support by scheduling meetings, managing USPTO accounts, preparing reports and presentations, and assisting with billing and RFP processes.

If you...

• Hold a High School Diploma or GED; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Possess a paralegal certification, ideally from an ABA-accredited program.
• Bring 13+ years of experience in an intellectual property / legal paralegal role, with proven ability to manage complex IP portfolios, legal documentation and direct experience drafting and filing with the USPTO.
• Demonstrate expertise with intellectual property docketing systems, preferably Anaqua.
• Show strong command of MS Office and patent office platforms such as USPTO, WIPO, and EPO.
• Exhibit excellent communication, analytical, and time management skills, with the ability to work independently under tight deadlines.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!