SS Rana & Co. is looking to hire candidates to the positions of Patent Associate/Patent Agent and Associate Advocate-Litigation IP in Delhi.
PQE: 1- 3 Years
Educational Qualification: B.E/ B.Tech/ B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.E/ MTech.
Conducting Prior Art searches on paid and free databases.
Preparing IP opinions (patentability, FTO, invalidity)
Creating initial understanding of the invention, creating search strategies, executing search strategies.
Drafting Provisional and Complete Specifications for patent applications
Drafting and handling responses to office actions in India and all other compliance requirements as per the applicable patent law.
Attending to examination reports and office actions by giving technical arguments (written and verbal) and attending hearings at the Indian Patent Office (in case of registered patent agents).
Assisting in patent oppositions and providing technical support to the enforcement activities through research and analysis of recent cases etc.
Patent Application filing and prosecution in India and worldwide, including PCT.
Self-motivated, proactive and hardworking. Ability to listen and anticipate.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
High attention to detail.
Proven ability to meet stringent deadlines, adapt to changing priorities.
Knowledge of Indian Patent Laws, USA and EPO Patent laws.
Qualification as a patent agent would be an added advantage.
PQE: 1- 5 Years
Education: LLB (3 years or 5 years)/ LLM
Location: South Delhi
Prior experience in commercial litigation, and knowledge of IPR.
Drafting of suit plaint, written statement, interim applications, written submissions, etc.;
Prior experience in appearing before various courts in Delhi;
Open to travel to south Delhi and all district courts and Delhi High Court; being flexible and available for working on weekends depending on urgent work requirements.
Coordination, communication and planning across attorney teams who are handling multiple client matters.
Analytical bent of mind, expected to give valid and effective solutions to clients.
LLB with experience of IP litigation.
Independent, self-starter and self-motivated.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Office.
Strong focus on thought leadership.
Proven ability to meet deadlines, adapt to changing priorities.
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
Excellent research skills.
Excellent comprehension and presentation skills.
Remuneration: As per market standards.
Interested candidates can send their CVs / applications to hr@ssrana.com
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