Senior Patent Paralegal

Responsibilities

• Manage U.S. and international patent application processes, including timelines and milestones from filing to expiration
• Conduct Freedom-to-Operate (FTO) analysis and gather necessary legal, technical, and business inputs
• Perform complex queries and generate analytical reports using patent databases
• Support Patent Governance meetings by convening stakeholders, developing reports, and recording minutes and decisions
• Review and negotiate standard agreements such as Confidentiality, Material Transfer, and Clinical Study agreements
• Direct the work of outside counsel, contractors, and vendors to meet project objectives and timelines
• Assist attorneys in resolving complex legal issues across multiple disciplines and functional areas

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and/or a relevant Paralegal certificate
• Minimum of 4+ years of relevant legal experience
• Strong knowledge of U.S. and international patent processes
• Experience with Freedom-to-Operate (FTO) analysis
• Proficiency in using patent databases

Preferred Qualifications

• 6–8 years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities both independently and collaboratively

Benefits

• Career development opportunities within an international company
• Eligibility for medical coverage through the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
• Retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement and student debt assistance programs
• Access to FreeU education benefits

About the Company

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines, serving people in more than 160 countries.