Ambitious and productive Patent Examiner and diligent problem-solver with high-level critical thinking skills and excellent aptitude for legal research.
Conducting research on existing patents and publications to determine novelty of inventions.
Communicating with inventors to answer questions about patent application procedures and requirements.
Interviewing applicants to determine the scope of their knowledge in their field of expertise.
Reviewing and analyzing new applications to make sure they meet all retirements before they are approved for further processing.
Communicating with attorneys regarding legal issues that arise during examination of applications.
Reviewing applications to determine if they meet the requirements for receiving a patent.
Communicating with applicants regarding any additional information needed to complete an application.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Patent Examiner
United States Patent And Trademark Office (USPTO)
01.2002 - 07.2019
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance expertise in various technological fields related to patent examination responsibilities.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure proper application during examinations.
Enhanced teamwork among colleagues by collaborating on challenging cases and sharing innovative strategies.
Consistently met or exceeded departmental metrics for quality, productivity, and timeliness in patent examination workloads.
Provided accurate assessments of patentability through rigorous research, analysis, and documentation of findings.
Reviewed office actions drafted by junior examiners for accuracy and consistency before issuance.
Communicated complex technical concepts effectively with inventors, attorneys, and colleagues for enhanced understanding.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of District of Columbia (UDC)
4200 Connecticut Ave Washington DC 20008
05.1985
Skills
Verbal Communication
Deadline Management
Legal knowledge
Application Review
Prior Art Search
Intellectual property understanding
Patent law proficiency
Patent Classification
Attention to Detail
Effective Multitasking
Team Collaboration
Creative and Critical Thinking
Writing and editing
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Patent Examiner
United States Patent And Trademark Office (USPTO)
01.2002 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of District of Columbia (UDC)
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