IP Docket Specialist
About The Position
Polsinelli is hiring an experienced IP Docket Specialist. The position may be based in any city where the Firm has an office. The specialist maintains knowledge of intellectual property rules and procedures for domestic and international patent and trademark prosecution and manages docketing for assigned client portfolios. The role also involves verifying application information, retrieving documents, preparing reports, assisting with portfolio transfers and patent office formalities, and managing priorities and deadlines. The specialist is expected to pay close attention to details, work efficiently with available technology, and perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of IP docketing experience in a law firm environment.
- Experience managing high-volume client portfolios.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to analyze patent and trademark documents and related communications to identify, generate, and update deadlines for domestic and international prosecution.
- Working knowledge of USPTO, PCT, and international rules and procedures for patent and trademark prosecution, cancellation, and opposition proceedings.
- Ability to analyze and interpret IP rules, including the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and Manual of Patent Examining Procedures (MPEP).
- Proficient understanding and management of IP dockets and deadlines, including statutory and filing deadlines.
- Working knowledge and experience with IP docketing procedures and software for global patent and trademark portfolios.
- Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to prioritize multiple projects.
- Professional verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in CPi and Microsoft programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with CPi docketing software.
- College degree.
Responsibilities
- Maintain knowledge of USPTO, PCT, and international rules and procedures for patent and trademark prosecution, and stay current with department best practices and guidelines.
- Docket assigned client portfolios, accurately managing deadlines in docketing software and distributing official patent and trademark communications internally or externally as needed.
- Use US and international patent and trademark databases to obtain or verify application details and retrieve documents.
- Generate and edit reports from IP docketing software and assist with client portfolio reports on matter status and deadlines.
- Assist with inbound and outbound patent and trademark transfers, including generating reports and verifying portfolio details.
- Assist with patent office formalities, such as Change of Correspondence and/or POA, as needed.
- Set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects.
- Attend carefully to details such as inventor names, dates, titles, and ownership.
- Work efficiently and use available technology to make tasks easier and more efficient.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Sick time off
- Referral program
- Medical insurance and benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- AD&D insurance
- Identity theft insurance
- Long-term disability benefits
- Short-term disability benefits
- Parking/transit reimbursement, varying by location
- 401(k) benefits
- Employee assistance benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
