IP Docketing Specialist

Overview

The organization is seeking a full-time Intellectual Property (IP) Docketing Specialist to provide timely and effective docketing and administrative support to the Intellectual Property Group.

Responsibilities

• Review, docket, and distribute a high volume of incoming correspondence from the USPTO, WIPO, and foreign associates according to established procedures
• Review and update docket information based on USPTO filing receipts, WIPO confirmations, and correspondence from foreign associates according to established procedures
• Update docket based on docket answers/instructions received from attorneys and paralegals
• Monitor daily docket to ensure all deadlines are met
• Perform a monthly status check of pending US patent applications
• Respond to internal inquiries; generate reports as needed by the IP group
• Save correspondence in the document management system to maintain electronic files

Requirements

• Working knowledge of US and International patent and trademark prosecution processes and their associated rules and procedures
• Strong analytical reasoning skills; ability to interpret rules and instructions accurately
• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills
• Comfort and efficiency with calculating dates
• Detail oriented; ability to perform routine tasks and maintain concentration for extended periods
• Ability to prepare accurate, highly detailed work with excellent proofreading skills
• Proficiency with MS Office applications
• 6+ years intellectual property experience in a law firm or legal services environment
• Prior IP docketing experience required
• Prior IP docketing experience using Foundation IP docketing system
• Undergraduate degree preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• An excellent compensation and benefits package is offered.
• Applicants should submit a resume and salary requirements.

Equal Opportunity

• EOE