Sr Paralegal - Patent

The Company

Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health.

We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who are willing to fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We've already changed millions of lives and we're ready to change millions more. Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions. We'll get there by constantly reinventing unique biosensing-technology experiences. Though we've come a long way from our small company days, our dreams are bigger than ever. The opportunity to improve health on a global scale stands before us.

Meet the team:

The role will work closely with an active group of patent attorneys/agents and interact with outside legal counsel as well as other teams in the wider Legal Department. The Senior IP Patent Paralegal will be responsible for overseeing case management, including interfacing with business stakeholders and outside counsel, and preparing status reports. A high degree of accuracy, attention to detail & reliability are required for this position.

Where you come in:

• Manage case records and maintain an accurate, timely case-management docket in addition to 4 practitioners’ dockets.
• Partner with attorneys and patent agents to track deadlines, lead weekly docket meetings, and update deadline commentary with the latest status before each meeting.
• Make an immediate impact and begin taking ownership of your attorney support workload early in the onboarding process. Early into your onboarding, you’ll be expected to start leading docket calls and managing assigned case management tasks. You will be supported with hands-on training from the case management team, and ongoing coaching from our Training Lead.
• Review deadline entries in the IP docketing database for accuracy, including correspondence from the USPTO, WIPO, RO/US, and foreign associates regarding filing receipts, publications, notifications, assignments, office actions, notices of allowance, issue fees, and patent documents.
• Coordinate with and support outside counsel on intellectual property matters.
• Coordinate the filing of new U.S. and PCT patent applications, national-stage applications, and foreign applications.
• Prepare, file, and manage formal documents, including oaths and declarations, powers of attorney, patent assignments, and other documents required by the USPTO, RO/US, or PCT.
• Support the Paralegal Manager with portfolio audits, routine checklists, and other projects.

What makes you successful:

• You have law firm experience in patent prosecution and experience including in-house experience. This experience should include U.S. and/or Foreign Filing, using and maintaining an IP docketing system, and filing and managing patent-related documents throughout the stages of a patent life cycle.
• You are comfortable learning on the job & seeking guidance, as needed. This position is structured as a senior role, as you are expected to leverage a strong knowledge of patent practice, docketing procedures and past hands-on experience in one or more docketing tools. Anaqua experience is a Plus.
• You have flexibility to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment and ability to handle multiple projects under limited supervision.
• You meet deadlines and are a strong team player.
• You have excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• You have effective communication skills - both written and oral.
• You have a paralegal certificate &/or commensurate work experience.

What you’ll get:

• A front row seat to life changing CGM technology. Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community.
• A full and comprehensive benefits program.
• Growth opportunities on a global scale.
• Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.
• An exciting and innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.

Travel Required:

• 0-5%

Experience and Education Requirements:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5-8 years of related experience.
• At least three years minimum law firm experience required.

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