Position Summary
The Docketing Specialist for the Intellectual Property practice group is responsible for managing and maintaining accurate docketing and calendaring of critical deadlines related to patent and trademark matters. This role is essential in ensuring compliance with U.S. and international intellectual property deadlines, including those before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and foreign associates.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and assist with the firm’s IP docketing system for patents and trademarks
- Review correspondence from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), foreign counsel, and international IP offices to identify and calendar deadlines
- Docket deadlines related to patent applications, office actions, maintenance fees, trademark filings, renewals, and oppositions
- Monitor and update deadlines based on incoming filings, communications, and status changes
- Generate and distribute deadline reports and reminders to attorneys and IP staff
- Perform quality control checks to ensure accuracy and completeness of docket entries
- Coordinate with attorneys, paralegals, and foreign associates regarding deadlines and requirements
- Assist with electronic filings through USPTO systems (e.g., Patent Center, TEAS) as needed
- Support the implementation and improvement of IP docketing procedures and systems
- 5+ years of intellectual property docketing experience
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology and docketing procedures
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with minimal supervision
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- High level of professionalism and client service orientation
Pay Details: $60,000.00 to $75,000.00 per year
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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