Gtlaw
IDS Specialist
Boston · Full-time
Work authorization required$33k-$41kDetected 28 days ago
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About the role
- We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Intellectual Property Prosecution team in Boston as an IDS Specialist.
- This position is well suited for a recent graduate or early-career professional who is eager to learn and grow within a specialized area of intellectual property law.
Responsibilities
- Maintains and updates IDS citation records and related data in the Anaqua database, including historical backfill projects.
- Assists with additional patent support projects, including PTA calculations, chain‑of‑title research, diligence, assignments, and name‑change matters.
- Reviews daily attorney dockets, flags critical deadlines, and supports process improvement and documentation efforts.
Requirements
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff.
- Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
- Bachelor's Degree required.
- Skills & Competencies
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize work in a fast‑paced environment.
- Flexibility to work overtime when necessary.
- Education & Prior Experience
- Prior experience in a law firm or professional setting involving patent prosecution, IDS practice, or related legal support is preferred, but not required.
- Familiarity with USPTO rules and procedures related to the filing of IDS documents is a plus
- training will be provided.
- Technology
Nice to have
- Prepares, reviews, and files Information Disclosure Statements (IDS) with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
- Reviews U.S. and foreign Office Actions and patent family materials for cited references and disclosure requirements.
- Coordinates attorney review of IDS filings and track related deadlines.
- Audits patent files for IDS compliance during intake and prior to issue fee payment.
- Communicates with attorneys, clients, docketing staff, and foreign associates regarding U.S. and foreign disclosure obligations.
- Stays current on U.S. and foreign patent office rules and procedures related to disclosure and prosecution.
- Meets billable hour requirements and follows best practices for time entry.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Skills
- Candidates with strong organizational skills and attention to detail are encouraged to apply.
Compensation
- $33.33 to $41.02 per hour
- Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
Benefits
- voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance.
- Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.
Equal opportunity
- GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual's race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
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