We are looking for an Intellectual Property Senior Docket Specialist to join one of our offices. This position is also open to experienced, remote workers. The person in this role will work as part of a team to review incoming US Patent & Trademark Office and foreign communications, calendar deadlines, and enter applicable information into the docket system. The individual will also build custom reports for client teams as well as assist with incoming and outgoing case transfers. The successful candidate will have an interest in IP prosecution, client service, and database management.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze US and foreign IP prosecution correspondence, identify applicable information, and enter in docket system
- Review and identify incoming communications requiring priority processing
- Calendar and de-docket IP due dates in the docket system
- Proactively monitor due dates to ensure all deadlines are timely met
- Advise attorneys and legal staff on issues related to maintaining and clearing docket
- Prepare reports for attorneys and clients
- Monitor and maintain integrity of data in docket system
- Provide recommendations to improve patent/trademark docketing processes
- Serve as a mentor to IP Docket Specialists
- Stay informed of US and foreign PTO rules and procedures
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications:
- Minimum 10 years of experience in IP docketing
- Associate degree or higher preferred
- Strong substantive knowledge of US and foreign patent/trademark docketing practices
- Familiarity with US and foreign IP record systems (e.g. Patent Center, TSDR, TTABVUE, PATENTSCOPE, Espacenet, EPO Register, WIPO Madrid Monitor, TMview)
- Knowledge of IP docket software, preferably CPI, and excellent technical skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Accurate data entry skills
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Work Location: Remote