South Midwest HERC

Job Description:

• Provides paralegal support to patent counsel in the preparation, filing, prosecution, and maintenance of intellectual property, including domestic and international patent applications.
• Drafts and prepares routine patent prosecution documents, forms, correspondence, and supporting materials under attorney supervision.
• Performs executive administrative tasks for the department including legal agreements, service contracts, and billing.
• Coordinates patent filings with outside counsel and government agencies, including tracking deadlines, docketing, and compliance requirements.
• Maintains and manages intellectual property records, databases, and files to ensure accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality.
• Assists with monitoring patent deadlines, renewals, and maintenance activities to ensure institutional compliance.

Short Job Description:

• Some college coursework from an accredited institution.
• Two years' relevant experience.
• Experience providing administrative or paralegal support in a professional office environment, with exposure to legal, compliance, or policy-related work.
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information, organize documentation, and support multiple priorities.

Job Ref: S1579P

Job Reply URL: 5309

About Western Michigan University

One of the top-100 public universities in the United States, Western Michigan University is committed to being learner centered, discovery driven and globally engaged. Founded in 1903, what was once Western Michigan College became Michigan's fourth public university in 1957. Since then, WMU has undergone dramatic growth in size and stature. Today, the University offers more than 240 academic programs to students pursuing degrees through the doctoral level. More than 20 percent of its 25,000 students are enrolled in graduate course work, studying in disciplines ranging from atomic physics and graph theory to medieval literature and blind rehabilitation. Of 101 graduate offerings available, 30 lead to a doctoral degree.

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