MARIEN CAMPOS
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Experienced administrative professional with a background in supporting corporate legal departments within global organizations. Skilled in managing competing priorities, coordinating time-sensitive workflows, and ensuring efficient day-to-day operations. Recognized for sound judgment, exceptional attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to work independently while maintaining accountability in fast-paced environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Paralegal Intellectual Property
The Dow Chemical Company
Collegeville, PA
01.2024 - 08.2026
- Managed a portfolio of 300+ patent matters, addressing matter-specific prosecution requirements, critical deadlines, and procedural compliance throughout the patent prosecution lifecycle to grant.
- Processed and electronically submitted patent applications and related documents to the USPTO and WIPO, maintaining compliance with applicable filing requirements.
- Coordinated with attorneys, business stakeholders, external counsel, experts, inventors, and regulatory agencies to monitor critical deadlines and ensure timely processing of patent matters.
- Conducted document reviews and legal research to support intellectual property matters, facilitating informed decision-making on strategy and compliance.
- Drafted and coordinated correspondence and engagement letters for external counsel, ensuring accuracy and professionalism in all communications.
- Prepared assignments, formalities, and supporting documentation for intellectual property ownership transfers.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date patent records and confidential matter information in Memotech, IPDAS, and other electronic databases, ensuring accessibility for team members.
- Managed competing priorities across high-volume workflows while safeguarding confidential information and maintaining consistent attention to detail.
- (Remote)
Legal Administrative Specialist
The Dow Chemical Company
Philadelphia, PA
05.2013 - 01.2024
- Provided administrative and operational support to attorneys and leadership within a global legal department, contributing to streamlined processes and effective collaboration.
- Prepared, edited, and formatted legal documents, correspondence, presentations, and other materials requiring accuracy and discretion.
- Administered legal hold procedures and coordinated records preservation activities, ensuring legal compliance and effective risk management.
- Facilitated communication among attorneys, internal departments, and external contacts, expediting resolution of legal matters.
- Maintained confidential business records and updated corporate databases to ensure accurate recordkeeping and compliance requirements.
- Coordinated time-sensitive assignments and departmental initiatives to meet evolving business demands.
Legal Administrative Assistant
Aramark
Philadelphia, PA
03.2005 - 12.2012
- Coordinated case management activities and time-sensitive requests with attorneys, internal departments, and external contacts to facilitate the timely progression of legal matters.
- Managed attorney calendars and scheduled meetings across multiple time zones with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders to optimize communication.
- Prepared and reviewed legal documents, reports, correspondence, and confidential materials, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Provided notarial services and verified documentation in support of legal transactions.
- Arranged domestic and international travel for attorneys to support business meetings and professional engagements efficiently.
- Processed expense reports in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Education
Associate of Arts (A.A.) - Business Administration
Universidad Metropolitana
San Juan, Puerto RicoSkills
- Operational support
- Case management
- Data management
- Deadline management
- Process coordination
- Collaboration skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Confidential management
- Independent Task Management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Legal research
- Document review
Timeline
Corporate Paralegal Intellectual Property
The Dow Chemical Company
01.2024 - 08.2026
Legal Administrative Specialist
The Dow Chemical Company
05.2013 - 01.2024
Legal Administrative Assistant
Aramark
03.2005 - 12.2012
Associate of Arts (A.A.) - Business Administration
Universidad Metropolitana