Overview
Patent Paralegal Jobs in San Francisco, USA at Dolby Laboratories, Inc.
Patent Paralegal – IP Operations
Dolby Laboratories is seeking a Patent Paralegal for a hybrid role based in San Francisco, CA or Atlanta, GA. As a member of the IP Operations team in the Legal Department, you will support the establishment and protection of Dolby’s intellectual property. You will coordinate U.S. and international patent filing and prosecution activities, working collaboratively with in‑house attorneys, patent agents, paralegals, and external counsel.
Essential
Job Functions
- Research, prepare, and draft legal documents for international patent filings and prosecution
- Prepare accurate and well‑formatted U.S. and PCT applications and related documents using ePCT File PCT and U.S. patent applications electronically through Patent Center
- Work with internal attorneys, agents, and international law firms, applying knowledge of U.S. and foreign patent rules and requirements to respond to office actions, complete formalities, and provide required materials and support. Monitor deadlines and help ensure timely completion of all required actions
- Respond to inquiries regarding third‑party and Dolby patents from internal and external stakeholders
- Research and provide accurate information regarding patent terms, key dates, priority applications, ownership, and related matters using internal databases, attorney reports, and external patent resources such as Patent Center, Espacenet, Patent scope, and international patent office systems
- Support compliance with established patent handling procedures
- Perform additional responsibilities consistent with the role, as assigned by the manager
Knowledge, Skills, Experience, and Education Required
- Bachelor’s degree, paralegal certification, or equivalent practical experience
- At least three years of experience supporting U.S. and international patent filing and prosecution
- Experience in both in‑house and law firm environments is a plus
- Working knowledge of U.S. and international patent filing procedures and rules
- Ability to read, understand, and accurately extract relevant information from legal and technical documents
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel
- Experience with Anaqua, MxHero, Box, or other patent and trademark docketing systems is a plus
Salary and Benefits
The Atlanta Area base salary range for this full‑time position is $72,000 – $96,000, and the San Francisco Bay area base salary range is $90,000 – $120,000. Benefits and certain roles may also include bonus and equity. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.
Dolby will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of San Francisco Police Code, Article 49, and Administrative Code, Article 12.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Dolby is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our success depends on the combined skills and talents of all our employees. We are committed to making employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, marital status, family status, medical condition, disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
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Title: Patent Paralegal
Company: Dolby Laboratories, Inc.
Location: San Francisco, USA
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