Patent Filing Associate (Korean Market) – Legal Services Partner

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Qualifications:

Registered and authorized to act before the Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO)., Legally permitted to file and prosecute patent applications in South Korea., Demonstrated experience with PCT national phase entries and Korean patent validations., Ability to provide a company profile and confirm KIPO registration..

Key responsibilities:

  • Handle national phase entry and validation of PCT applications in South Korea.
  • Collaborate with international legal teams for timely submissions to KIPO.
  • Provide expert insight into KIPO procedural and documentation requirements.
  • Participate in rate discussions and offer transparent pricing for services.

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Job description

Overview:
Welocalize is seeking a South Korea-based patent filing associate firm to support client legal teams in executing jurisdiction-specific patent filing and validation activities. This partnership forms part of a broader multi-country filing program focused on optimizing quality, cost, and compliance in global IP processes.

Scope of Work
  • Handle national phase entry and validation of PCT applications in South Korea.
  • Collaborate with international legal teams to ensure timely and accurate submissions to the Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO).
  • Provide local representation and expert insight into KIPO procedural and documentation requirements.
  • Offer guidance on timelines, formalities, and updates related to Korean patent prosecution and filings.
  • Participate in rate discussions and provide transparent pricing (hourly, task-based, or official fee structure as applicable).

  • Selection Requirements
  • Registered and authorized to act before the Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO).
  • Legally permitted to file and prosecute patent applications on behalf of international clients in South Korea.
  • Demonstrated experience with PCT national phase entries, direct filings, and Korean patent validations.
  • Firm must provide a company profile or brochure, website link, and a clear point of contact for coordination.

  • Deliverables for Review
  • Company profile or brochure
  • Website link
  • Confirmation of KIPO registration
  • Proposed rate structure (if applicable)
  • Overview of relevant prior experience
  • Required profile

    Experience

    Industry :
    Information Technology & Services
    Spoken language(s):
    Korean
    Check out the description to know which languages are mandatory.

    Other Skills

    • Collaboration
    • Communication

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