Job Description About Us: iRunway (Erstwhile UnitedLex) is a data and professional services company delivering outcomes for high-performing law firms and corporate legal departments in the areas of digital litigation, intellectual property, contracts, compliance, and legal operations. Founded in 2006 with a mission to push the boundaries of legal innovation, we provide solutions that enable measurable performance improvement, risk mitigation, revenue gain, cost reduction, and digital business synergy. JOB TITLE : Sr Associate Overall Purpose Of Job The Patent Paralegal is responsible for individual contribution and act as a reviewer as part of the UnitedLex IP Managed Services. Primary day to day focus will be on various patent-related paralegal and docketing activities. Candidates should have particular strengths in teamwork (internal and external stakeholders), quality control, file/docket and problem-solving. They must also have strong interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Requirements Strong academic background. 3+ years progressive work experience as a patent paralegal at a law firm or (preferred) in-house. At least 1 year of experience using FoundationIP. Knowledge and experience working with the United States Patent and Trademark Office and non-US patent offices. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to communicate effectively with other professionals in the legal department and business teams. Detail-oriented with excellent judgment and analytical skills Able to juggle multiple tasks - dynamic, and action-orientated, which meets deadlines and makes it happen. Ability to work collaboratively with an onsite and/or virtual global teams. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and related software programs Competencies Excellent organizational skills including record keeping, data collection, and system information. Ability to compile and furnish concise, detailed information in report format, written correspondence, email, or verbally. Must have ability to build and maintain relationships and work confidently with people at all levels. Must be an excellent communicator (written and verbal) with the ability to earn trust and credibility. Must have ability to demonstrate a high degree of confidentiality. Must be willing to accept responsibility and make decisions based on experience, education and understanding of business needs. Fast learner able to grasp business needs and priorities quickly. Critical thinking: able to evaluate information gathered from multiple sources and distinguish user requests from the underlying true needs. Possess general working legal knowledge and specific client and company operations (preferred) Excellent organizational skills, ability to manage multiple assignments at once, and meet deadlines. Proficient in technology and tools used by the company and with the client Key Responsibilities Supporting the responsible patent attorneys in the preparation of prosecution work. Assisting in daily quality assurance review for patent filings, as well as general audits to review portfolios. Supporting the responsible patent attorneys on opposition/rejections matters, including, including but not limited to, preparing the opposition/rejections file, updating further submissions, and uploading documents as necessary on an IP Management Software tool (FoundationIP). Reviewing documentation as instructed by the responsible patent attorneys. IDS preparation Supporting annuities and recordal activities. Supporting the management of Power of Attorney (PoAs). Using internal and external databases to obtain patent documentation. Ordering documents, file histories, certified copies, etc. Maintaining current knowledge of IP rules and procedures. Tracking and managing outside counsel/vendor communications and enter relevant information in the docketing tool Foreign prosecution-related tasks such as preparation and filing of PCT applications and associated non-U.S. prosecution filings. Enter the national and regional stage and associated formality requirements specific to each country. Analyzing issued U.S. patents for proper Patent Term Adjustment. Proofreading