SEO friendly job title: IP Docketing Specialist - Intellectual Property
H1: Join Duane Morris LLP as an IP Docketing Specialist
H2: Become an Essential Member of our IP Practice Group
BOLD HEADLINE: Duane Morris LLP Seeking IP Docketing Specialist for Global Law Firm
Duane Morris LLP, a global law firm with over 800 attorneys in offices around the world, is seeking a skilled IP Docketing Specialist to join our Intellectual Property Practice Group. In this role, you will provide docketing support for patent and trademark matters, ensuring deadlines are met and clients' needs are met with efficiency and accuracy.
As an IP Docketing Specialist at Duane Morris LLP, you will have the opportunity to work with a team of experienced attorneys and gain valuable experience in the field of intellectual property. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Calendars dates for patent and trademark filings, formalities, office actions, and maintenance fees.
- Downloads and files electronic correspondence from USPTO, foreign patent offices, and foreign agents.
- Circulates incoming correspondence to appropriate attorney teams.
- Prepares docket reports and monitors due dates to ensure timely compliance.
- Reviews outstanding dates in docketing database and consults with supervisor for guidance.
- Opens and closes matters in docketing database as needed.
- Assists with intakes and transfers for new clients and changes in counsel.
- Participates in IP practice group and docketing team meetings.
- Provides back-up support to other docketers as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma required.
- Minimum of 3 years prior experience in IP docketing or related work.
- Thorough understanding of domestic and foreign patent and trademark prosecution.
- Familiarity with USPTO, WIPO, and other patent and trademark offices.
- Knowledge of docketing terminology, best practices, and patent & trademark laws.
- Experience with docketing databases, Patricia preferred.
- Familiarity with patent and trademark office websites.
- Strong computer skills and ability to analyze data.
- Demonstrated attention to detail, time management skills, problem-solving mindset, and collaborative spirit.
BENEFITS:
- Comprehensive healthcare, dental, vision, and prescription plans.
- Commuter, HSA, and FSA spending accounts.
- Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance coverage.
- 401k and pension plan.
- Generous PTO, paid holidays, and floating holidays.
- Employee referral bonus program.
- Professional development training.
- Fertility support benefits.
- Back-up (family) care advantage and employee assistance program.
EEO STATEMENT:
Duane Morris LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of age, color, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact our HR Assistant.
DATA PRIVACY STATEMENT:
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DISCLAIMER:
The above job description is not a contract or employment agreement and is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all functions, responsibilities, or requirements. Duane Morris reserves the right to amend, suspend, or terminate any benefit plan at any time. Changes are at the discretion of the Plan Administrator.
