About the job

The Red Hat Legal team is looking for an experienced patent and litigation paralegal. The position is with the Intellectual Property (IP) team at our corporate headquarters in Raleigh, N.C. The primary focus of this role will be to assist with all aspects of administration, patent prosecution, patent docketing, and related IP team functions, as well as manage litigation support processes. This is a great opportunity to work with a variety of experienced legal professionals in a fast-paced setting at the world’s leading open source company.

What you will do

• Organize and coordinate the invention disclosure process, including tracking, review, and evaluation of IDFs; administer the patent award program; and manage the Patent Committee process

• Assist with managing patent filing program and outside counsel

• Perform all internal patent asset tracking with back-end patent asset management system; act as system administrator and account representative between Patent Team and system vendor

• Coordinate patent annuities/maintenance with annuity provider

• Review, track, and process the patent related invoices received from outside counsel and assist with the management and analysis of the patent budget

• Correspond with internal and external clients on behalf of the Patent Program

• Perfom various litigation paralegal functions, including coordinating document collection, witness interviews, and case scheduling

• Provide administrative support to the Director for Litigation and Intellectual Property, and project management support for the Litigation and IP Team

• Assist legal professionals in collecting documents, organizing interviews and managing litigation processes and deadlines, including audits

• Act as the main point of contact and subject matter expert on all tools and with all vendors that support the Litigation and IP team

What you will bring

• 4+ years relevant experience as a patent paralegal

• Bachelor’s degree & paralegal certificate or equivalent experience

• Superior oral and written communication skills

• Experience with a patent asset management system

• Experience with litigation is a plus

• Knowledge and understanding of patents is required, and trademarks and copyrights is a plus

• Highly organized with attention to details, including the ability to own and prioritize a project and meet deadlines in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently, under the supervision of a lawyer, and in a team environment

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact well with employees at all levels, outside counsel, and vendors

• Utilizing superior judgment, effectively manage the details of highly confidential and critical company projects

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; and Google products, including Google Drive, Sheets, Docs, and Slides

• Notary public or ability to become one shortly after starting

The salary range for this position is $74,900.00 - $119,830.00. Actual offer will be based on your qualifications.

Pay Transparency

Red Hat determines compensation based on several factors including but not limited to job location, experience, applicable skills and training, external market value, and internal pay equity. Annual salary is one component of Red Hat’s compensation package. This position may also be eligible for bonus, commission, and/or equity. For positions with Remote-US locations, the actual salary range for the position may differ based on location but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience.

About Red Hat

Red Hat (https://www.redhat.com/) is the world’s leading provider of enterprise open source (https://www.redhat.com/en/about/open-source) software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40+ countries, our associates have the flexibility to choose the work environment that suits their needs from in-office to fully remote to office-flex. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact. Opportunities are open. Join us.

Benefits

● Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

● Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care

● Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan

● Retirement 401(k) with employer match

● Paid time off and holidays

● Paid parental leave plans for all new parents

● Leave benefits including disability, paid family medical leave, and paid military leave

● Additional benefits including employee stock purchase plan, family planning reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!

Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, permanent associates at Red Hat located in the United States.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Red Hat

Red Hat’s culture is built on the open source principles of transparency, collaboration, and inclusion, where the best ideas can come from anywhere and anyone. When this is realized, it empowers people from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to come together to share ideas, challenge the status quo, and drive innovation. Our aspiration is that everyone experiences this culture with equal opportunity and access, and that all voices are not only heard but also celebrated. We hope you will join our celebration, and we welcome and encourage applicants from all the beautiful dimensions of diversity that compose our global village.

Equal Opportunity Policy (EEO)

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