Patent Docket Specialist
About The Position
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world’s leading global law firms with offices in strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, is seeking to hire a Patent Docket Specialist to join our Intellectual Property Patent Support Unit (PATSU). Under the supervision of the Docket Supervisor, the Patent Docket Specialist will be responsible for coordinating and maintaining all areas of the patent computerized docket system. The Docket Specialist will also have daily contact with and receive guidance from the practice group lawyers and staff they support. Morgan Lewis recognizes the benefits of supporting flexible working arrangements. This position will reside in our Boston office with a hybrid in-office/remote working schedule. Flexibility to work overtime is preferred.
Requirements
- High school diploma and a minimum of one (1) year of docketing experience or equivalent knowledge of patent processes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, and Excel)
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and exceptional attention to detail
- Time-management and organizational skills to prioritize work and handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to work well under pressure in a collaborative team environment
Responsibilities
- Coordinating all areas of the CPI database such as: All information pertaining to each specific application and docket due dates, and remarks.
- Incoming domestic and foreign client related communications.
- Incoming Patent and Trademark Office communications filed in the Patent office.
- Processing delivery of incoming electronic communications pursuant to departmental procedures.
- Providing docket, status, and maintenance reports to patent personnel and lawyers.
Benefits
- Morgan Lewis offers attractive benefits and competitive salaries.
- Our compensation structure rewards exceptional performance and recognizes the talent and experience that our people gain with each year of service.
- We are committed to offering the best and most comprehensive benefits including:
- Medical coverage, with a variety of plans
- Health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
- Domestic partner coverage
- Parental leave
- Vacation and holiday leave
- Life and accident insurance
- Income protection, including sick leave, salary continuation, and long term disability.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
