Foley Hoag seeks a Patent Administrative Assistant (PAA) to assist patent attorneys, patent agents and technology specialists in the preparation and filing of compliant U.S. patent prosecution documents. In addition to core patent administration responsibilities, this role serves as a trusted administrative assistant to the Managing Partner(“MP”) providing high-level support that enhances Partner effectiveness through proactive coordination, organization, and management of a wide range of administrative priorities.
The successful candidate willpossessextensive knowledge of U.S. patent prosecution procedures, including filing requirements frominitialapplication through post-grant proceedings, as well asdemonstratedexperience with patent docket management. This position requires exceptional organizational skills, sound judgment, discretion in handling confidential matters, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability toanticipateneeds and respond witha strong senseof urgency aligned with theassigned Partner’spriorities. Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet business demands isrequired, along with the willingness to perform general administrativefunctionsas necessary.
This role is hybrid eligible, withon-site presence in our Boston office required at least two days per week. Specific on-site days will bedeterminedby yourManager. Core working hours are Monday—Friday 9:00am—5:00pmET.
Responsibilities:
- Provide high-level calendar management totheMPand other assigned partnersby responding to calendar inquiries, systematicallycreatingand organizing appointments, resolving scheduling conflicts, coordinating complex in-person and virtual meetings, and streamlining workflow management tooptimizetime and prioritize commitments.
- Prepare briefing materials for meetings and events to ensure the MP and assigned partners are well-prepared and informed on necessary context and participants involved; assist the assigned partners by following up on tasks and/or action items resulting from meetings.
- Serve as a primary contact for the MP and assigned partners and respond to inquiries and routine questions; demonstrate sound judgment to accurately interpret directions and triage demands for the MP’s time in relation to overall priorities.
- Prepare the required filing documents for review and signature by assigned partners, carefully proofing each filing document before partner review.
- Review the dockets of your assigned partners, proactively preparing formality documents and ensuring they are timely filed.
- Manage U.S. and foreign client reporting workflows to ensure that client reporting is completed in a timely manner and enter related diary time.
- Liaise with other firm departments, functions and practice groups where necessary.
- Assist with virtual file upkeep and maintenance to ensure records are current and complete.
Qualifications:
- Atleast 10 years of related U.S.patent filing experience.
- Prior docket management experience for a partner is required.
- Knowledge of patent-specific systems preferred.
- Relevant experience directly supporting executive leaders strongly preferred.
- Ability to compile information from diverse sources and interpret and anticipate next action steps or tasks.
- Capacity to organize and coordinate a demanding workload with impeccable attention to detail and the intellectual agility to navigate shifting priorities.
- Technically savvy and proficient in a broad suite of software tools, including Microsoft Office and Zoom.
Compensation range is $88,200 to $110,300 commensurate with related experience and qualification. The salary of the candidate selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, experience, specialty, and training. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the firm’s reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
About Foley Hoag
Founded in 1943, Foley Hoag has grown into an award-winning, international law firm that focuses on innovative industries and high-stakes litigation. From our offices in Boston, Washington DC, New York, Denver, and Paris, more than 300 lawyers and 300 professionals in business services exhibit authentic collegiality, genuine respect for each other, and the drive to deliver exceptional client service.
Since our founding, Foley Hoag has been a leader and catalyst for change in the legal industry and beyond. We value the diversity of perspectives and experiences that enrich our work and our world and seek to hire the best lawyers and business services professionals, regardless of religions, race, gender, or any other factor. We strive every day to ensure everyone at Foley Hoag feels valued through career development, affinity groups, mentorship programs, culture and community-building events and more. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, and a connected, challenging, professional, and fun place for you to thrive in the next chapter of your career.
Accessibility
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Foley Hoag LLP is an equal opportunity employer. This means that Foley Hoag LLP considers applicants for employment, and makes employment decisions without unlawful regard to sex, race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital or domestic partner/civil union status, military service, or veteran status,disability, and any other characteristic covered by applicable federal, state or local nondiscrimination laws.
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