Assisted three Intellectual Property Attorneys, responsible for the preparation and filing of U.S. and PCT national phase patent applications and related correspondence, from filing to issue. Communicated with our docketing group to keep our docket up to date. Conducted frequent docket reviews using CPA software ensuring timely responses to deadlines. Reviewed application files throughout the patent prosecution process and executed prosecution checklists. Maintained knowledge of current patent rules. Administrative tasks included filing, coordinating meetings and travel, and preparation of letters.

Assisted Senior Partner responsible for drafting and editing prosecution documents for filing at the USPTO including, but not limited to, drafting preliminary amendments, notice of missing parts, information disclosure statements, transmittal forms, formal drawing and issue fees. Prepared and filed international and foreign patent applications, including PCT filings, national stage entries for PCT patent applications, and direct national filings. Obtained signatures from inventors on Declarations, Assignments and Power of Attorneys.Maintained attorney docket using master data software, which included over 2000 cases, ensuring that all deadlines were met. Corresponded with foreign patent agents and clients regarding patent status. Handled general mail, correspondence and filing support.

Answered incoming telephone calls for a busy law firm employing over 200 people.Determined the nature of calls and assisted callers to appropriate departments, greeted visitors on a daily basis, recorded detailed messages from person called upon containing name, call timing and business nature. Managed conference room schedule for entire office.