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SATNARINE SEONARAIN

Summary

IP Patent Prosecution and Docketing Paralegal with 23+ years of experience managing various patent prosecution matters. Strong attention to detail and ability to deliver results while adhering to client guidelines, practitioner preferences and USPTO rules and procedures. Proficient in fostering positive professional relationships and effectively communicating with team members at all levels. Results-driven professional skilled in researching legal case information and preparing necessary correspondence with strong understanding of legal terminology and processes. Adept in maintaining confidential records and client information.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

IP Patent Prosecution and Docketing Paralegal

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP
09.2001 - 08.2023

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP, New York, NY

(acquired Helfgott & Karas, P.C.)


  • Managed and completed deadline driven special projects for clients and practitioners
  • Assisted attorneys and patent agents in reviewing materials for documentation regarding patents
  • Performed all duties in the field of domestic patent prosecution including:
  • Preparation and filing of new applications of all type, amendments, prosecution formalities, information disclosure statements and priority documents; Extensive client correspondence and billing
  • Managed client docket (CPI) of over 150 plus clients for Patent and Trademark - Domestic and Internationally, including maintained docketing entries, and organized files with correspondence from USPTO, client, foreign counsel, vendor, etc
  • Extensive internal and external client contact including reporting letters; regularly in contact with USPTO representatives and outside vendors
  • Prepared patent status summary and weekly due date list reports and distributed to department members
  • Prepared declaration and assignment documents and obtained necessary signatures for recording at USPTO
  • In depth knowledge of Patent Center, Private PAIR and e-filing procedures
  • Interacted with USPTO to record assignments, submitted patent documents, and/or obtained information and materials, such as certified copies of patents, file histories and file wrappers
  • Prepared and filed all other responses in the USPTO as required by practitioners
  • Received and reviewed US Notice of Allowance; conducted review of file for
  • Notice of Allowance-Checklist, issue fee transmittal, maintenance fee address; reported NOA to client; prepared and paid issue fee with USPTO
  • Responded to client and attorney/staff inquiries in a timely manner
  • Prepared and forwarded invoice to Flat Fee/Tractional Billing Clients; assisted attorneys and agents in preparing cost estimates for any request from client on potential new cases
  • Received, reviewed and reported to client: US Patent Application Filing Receipt, Notice of Recordation of Assignment Document; Issue Notification, Letters Patent
  • Prepared and filed with USPTO request for Corrected Filing Receipt, Corrected Notice of Recordation of Assignment and Certificate of Correction
  • Processed new business requests and opening of new matters

Intellectual Property Prosecution and Docketing Paralegal

Helfgott & Karas, P.C., New York, NY
01.2001 - 09.2001
  • Performed all duties in the field of domestic and foreign patent prosecution including, preparation and filing new applications, amendments, prosecution formalities, information disclosure statements and priority documents; Extensive client correspondence and billing
  • Managed client docket (CPI) of over 300 plus clients for Patent and Trademark - Domestic and Internationally including, maintained docketing entries, and organized files with correspondence from USPTO, client, foreign counsel, vendor, etc
  • Received, reviewed and reported to client: US Patent Application Filing Receipt, Notice of Recordation of Assignment Document
  • Prepared and filed with USPTO request for Corrected Filing Receipt, Corrected Notice of Recordation of Assignment
  • Prepared patent status summary and weekly due date list reports and distributed to department members

IP Patent and Trademark Clerk and Docket Specialist

Helfgott & Karas, P.C., New York, NY
01.2000 - 01.2001
  • Docket incoming US Patent and Trademark Office and foreign filing mail into double docketing book binder; double checking for accuracy on notes on files and mail correspondence
  • Sorted and retrieved related files for all incoming mails and faxes
  • Determined and affixed postage for domestic and international mails
  • Handled all out going faxes and copy requests from team members
  • Received, reviewed and reported to client: US Patent Application Filing Receipt and Notice of Recordation of Assignment Document
  • Ordered monthly office supplies including copier and printer toner and office stationery

Education

Completed One Year Toward Accounting Degree

Borough of Manhattan Community College 09/95-06/96

Accounting

Leonora High School
06.1991

Skills

  • Document Management: Microsoft Office Suite, iManage, Adobe Suite/Time Management:
  • Oracle Peoplesoft, Carpe Diem/Docketing: CPI, Anaqua/Legal Databases: Westlaw, LexisNexis
  • USPTO Patent Center & Private Pair, e-PCT, PTAB/New Business Workflow Application:
  • UpFront, Compliguard Flow
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Decision-Making
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Good Telephone Etiquette
  • Self-Motivated
  • Active Listening
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Written Communication
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Dependable and Responsible

Timeline

IP Patent Prosecution and Docketing Paralegal

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP
09.2001 - 08.2023

Intellectual Property Prosecution and Docketing Paralegal

Helfgott & Karas, P.C., New York, NY
01.2001 - 09.2001

IP Patent and Trademark Clerk and Docket Specialist

Helfgott & Karas, P.C., New York, NY
01.2000 - 01.2001

Completed One Year Toward Accounting Degree

Borough of Manhattan Community College 09/95-06/96

Accounting

Leonora High School
SATNARINE SEONARAIN