Susan Gilbertson
Washington,MI
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills seeking to maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy and a positive attitude.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intellectual Property Paralegal
LORENZ & KOPF, LLP
11.2017 - Current
- Streamlined communication between legal teams and inventors to expedite the patent application process.
- Maintained organized records of correspondence, filings, and deadlines to ensure timely action on all matters.
- Enhanced client relationships by providing timely status updates and ensuring clear communication throughout the entire IP lifecycle.
- Liaised with foreign associates to coordinate prosecution of international patent applications, increasing global IP protection for clients.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
High School Teacher
Northlake High School
08.1997 - 06.2011
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching abilities further.
- Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional aids to complement lesson plans.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
- Established a positive classroom environment by setting clear expectations and fostering open communication between students and teachers.
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
- Managed classroom resources efficiently, ensuring that all necessary materials were readily available for lessons and activities.
- Supported diverse learners with individualized instruction and accommodations tailored to their unique needs.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Distributed and collected classroom materials such as worksheets, quizzes, and tests.
- Delivered audio-visual presentations on various platforms to cater to different learning styles.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Created study guides, research materials and syllabi for students.
- Planned, developed, and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and core educational standards.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and targeted interventions to improve academic performance.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Aquinas College
Grand Rapids, MI05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology Teacher Education
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI06.1996
Skills
- Legal Document Preparation
- Work Prioritization
- IP portfolio management
- Patent Application Filing
- Trademark Renewals
- Patent annuities
- Employee Training
- Patent Office Actions
- Fluent in French
- Effective Multitasking
- Attention to Detail
- Patent Maintenance Fees
- LexisNexis
- Proficient in MS Office
Certification
- Certified Patent Paralegal, IPLEGALED, 2017
Languages
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Intellectual Property Paralegal
LORENZ & KOPF, LLP
11.2017 - Current
High School Teacher
Northlake High School
08.1997 - 06.2011
Master of Arts - Education
Aquinas College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology Teacher Education
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
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