Stephanie Cinelli
Norwich,CT
Summary
Dedicated Intellectual Property Manager experienced with managing paralegal teams, ensuring efficient case management and workflow. Successfully supervises case preparations and process management, enhancing legal support services. Utilizes strong organizational skills and legal knowledge to streamline processes and support legal teams.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Patent Filing Specialist
Kubota & Basol LLP
02.2024 - Current
- Manage and train a team of paralegals while promoting growth and collaboration throughout the firm and imposing team compliance in view of client and government policies.
- Oversee performance management processes and develop quality control metrics to ensure client standards are met.
- Implemented new training programs, leading to higher employee retention rates and better overall performance.
- Create and maintain training manuals and templates to promote consistency and reduce errors.
- Develop new processes to help reduce redundancies and oversights through automation, implement operational efficiencies, increase customer satisfaction, and maintain day to day operations.
- Heavy usage of IP data management software to generate reports for tracking deadlines and auditing.
- Oversee all US filings and conduct US filings as needed; allocate staff workloads and various assignments to patent staff.
- File PCT applications and communicate with the foreign associates to secure foreign filings.
- Self-starter that uses cause and analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to increase efficiency and productivity throughout multiple departments.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining legal document processes and implementing a new case assignment process.
- Enhanced productivity by creating standardized templates for commonly used legal documents and correspondence.
- Reduce errors in filings through careful review procedures and ongoing quality control checks.
- Serve as a liaison between attorneys and support staff, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to deadlines.
- Collaborate closely with attorneys on high-profile cases, providing valuable insights based on extensive paralegal experience.
- Oversee the hiring process for paralegal and docketing positions, selecting candidates who demonstrate exceptional skills and potential for growth within the firm.
Intellectual Property Client Manager and Paralegal
Cantor Colburn LLP
11.2014 - 02.2024
- Supervised a team of paralegals; conducted training through the implementation of training manuals and templates.
- Led and managed operations in collaboration with other departments and internal stakeholders.
- Managed IP portfolios for large volume clients and served as sole communicator to ensure client satisfaction.
- Onboarded new clients, paralegals, and attorneys while collaborating across teams to provide them a comprehensive training plan and connect them with key information, resources, and relevant contacts.
- Conducted and managed legal filings with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office; collaborate with foreign associates to secure foreign filings; prepare and enforce the execution of legal contracts and documents.
- Reviewed/approved internal and external invoices; ensured foreign associates adhered to billing requirements.
- Utilized organizational, time, and project management skills to prioritize tasks and deadlines.
- Promoted efficiency and a team building environment with consistent communication with numerous departments to establish team procedures in accordance with client guidelines.
- U.S. Paralegal; prepared and filed all necessary documents with the USPTO throughout prosecution (i.e., applications, IDSs, RCEs, Assignments, Declarations, Name Changes, Petitions).
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT05.2014
Skills
- FoundationIP
- NetDocuments
- Inprotech IP Management System
- Memotech IP Management System
- PerfectLaw
- Adobe
- Microsoft Office
- SharePoint
Volunteer Experience
- Chairman of Employee Recognition Committee, Cantor Colburn LLP
- Member, Honor Society, University of Connecticut
Timeline
Lead Patent Filing Specialist
Kubota & Basol LLP
02.2024 - Current
Intellectual Property Client Manager and Paralegal
Cantor Colburn LLP
11.2014 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
University of Connecticut
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