Patent Paralegal / Senior IP Assistant – Patent Prosecution (HYBRID)

Job Title: Patent Paralegal / Senior IP Assistant – Patent Prosecution Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days remote) Base Salary: $90,000 to $135,000 per year, based on experience Additional Compensation: Billable bonus and performance-based bonus Hybrid Office Locations San Diego – Downtown San Diego – Del Mar Heights Orange County – Irvine Silicon Valley – Palo Alto Washington, D.C. About the Role We are hiring a Patent Paralegal or Senior IP Assistant to support a patent prosecution team at a mid-size law firm. This role requires someone who can independently manage both U.S. and foreign patent prosecution work. You will not be siloed into a single task or limited function. If your experience is limited to domestic filings or docketing only, this is not the right role . Must-Have Experience (Read Carefully) You must have hands-on experience with both : U.S. Patent Prosecution Provisional and non-provisional filings Office Action responses IDS, amendments, and formalities USPTO filings through allowance and issuance Foreign Patent Prosecution PCT filings National stage entries Direct coordination with foreign counsel Managing international deadlines If you do not have both U.S. and foreign experience , this role is not a fit. Required Background 4+ years of patent prosecution experience in a law firm Experience owning matters from filing through issuance and maintenance Comfortable billing time Strong organizational and communication skills Ability to support multiple attorneys in a team-oriented environment Systems and Tools Strong preference for experience with: Foundation IP USPTO Patent Center PAIR / MyUSPTO Microsoft Office and Excel IP research and docketing systems What You Will Do Prepare and file U.S. and foreign patent applications Manage patent prosecution matters end to end Coordinate with foreign associates on international filings Draft and file Office Action responses, IDS, amendments, and formalities Communicate with attorneys and clients regarding deadlines and status Assist with post-issuance matters and portfolio reporting Track and enter billable time Why This Role Makes Sense Predictable hybrid schedule Mid-size firm with meaningful responsibility Full-scope patent prosecution exposure Competitive base salary plus bonuses Long-term stability in a strong IP practice How to Apply Apply here or email me at: Marcus@RecruitifyUSA.com Subject line must be: Patent Paralegal / Senior IP Assistant – Hybrid Please include: Resume Preferred office location