IP Docketing Specialist (Trademark, Copyright, & Advertising)

Cooley LLP•Washington, DC

8d•$82,160 - $120,640•Hybrid

About The Position

Cooley is seeking an IP Docketing Specialist (Trademark, Copyright, & Advertising) to join the IP Services team. As part of the Cooley culture, we recognize and appreciate the value of being together, in person, to build comradery with others in the office and to be a contributing member of the Cooley office. However, we also appreciate the benefits and flexibility that come from remote working. As such, the default assumption for employees and partners is a hybrid schedule: some in-office presence and some work from home days. Employees on a hybrid work schedule must work from their regular state of residence during hybrid remote days and are expected to be within a commutable distance of a Cooley office. (Department director or manager will provide direction on your schedule and any in-office expectations). The IP Docketing Specialist is responsible for efficient and accurate completion of IP (Patent/TCA) docketing functions in accordance with firm and IP practice procedures and policies.

Requirements

After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications
Available to work overtime, as required
3+ years of relevant IP experience

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree
Previous law firm experience
Experience researching IP status and history in PTO databases, including USPTO systems (TSDR, TESS, ID Manual), WIPO Madrid Monitor, the EUIPO eSearch, TMview, as well as public databases in other jurisdictions
Possess working knowledge and keep abreast of rules according to USPTO procedures, 37 C.F.R., the Trademark Manual of Examining Procedure (TMEP)

Responsibilities

Accurately and reliably perform daily docketing and/or de-docketing functions of US and foreign IP matters firm wide, processing IP correspondence to and from clients, foreign associates, and government IP offices with an emphasis on attention to detail
Regularly communicate with practitioners, paralegals and specialists to ascertain actions being taken
Provide superior customer service to the IP Services group by keeping practitioners, paralegals and specialists advised of matters arising with applications/registrations
Review PTO filings and process electronic filing notices from the USPTO
Navigate various US and Foreign sites, including but not limited to USPTO PAIR, WIPO, EPO, etc.
Assist practitioners, paralegals and specialists with obtaining data, reports, and charts from the IP Management System (IPMS)
Confirm that all critical deadlines have been handled appropriately, following up as needed, and proactively seek guidance for any unresponsive client teams
Follow second eye policy and other quality checks to ensure accuracy
Keep current with regulatory changes in IP prosecution