Job Title: IP Trademark Docketing Specialist
Job Responsibilities:
The IP Trademark Docketing Specialist is responsible for supporting attorneys and clients with trademark prosecution activities. Key duties include:
- Following firm procedures and risk management guidelines for complex tasks.
- Analyzing, reviewing, and processing all trademark correspondence, both domestic and foreign, including communications from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
- Docketing USPTO and foreign trademark mail in the docketing system.
- Modifying, adding, and maintaining docket records.
- De-docketing pertinent deadlines.
- Opening new matters and creating, modifying, and generating docket and status reports.
- Processing incoming file transfers.
- Generating and monitoring daily docket of deadlines to ensure compliance.
- Responding to requests from legal staff and other departments.
- Ensuring accurate entry and date calculation for case information.
- Completing and verifying daily PTO submissions.
- Communicating with attorneys and staff regarding pending action items, including appropriate follow-up.
- Undertaking special projects and additional duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Information:
- Preferred candidates will have 2-4 years of trademark docketing experience, preferably with CPI.
- A working knowledge of trademark docketing procedures, including USPTO and foreign practices, is essential.
- Advanced knowledge of trademark docketing processes as acquired through training, education, and several years of work experience in the IP field is required.
- The ability to change and adapt to current and future responsibilities and circumstances is necessary.
- Candidates must work well in a team-oriented environment and demonstrate professional conduct, service-oriented attitude, and acute attention to detail.
- Strong oral and written communication skills are essential.
- A Paralegal Certificate and/or a Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
Salary Information:
The position may be filled in Washington, Illinois, District of Columbia, New York, Colorado, or California, with base salary ranges as follows:
- Washington: –
- Illinois: –
- District of Columbia: –
- New York City: –
- New York State: –
- Colorado: –
- California: –
Actual compensation will depend on the individual's qualifications and experience. In addition to base compensation, the law firm provides bonus opportunities and an exceptional benefits package. The benefits include comprehensive medical (PPO and HDHPs), dental and vision plans, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability insurance, tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare expenses, FSAs for dependent care, health advocacy services, behavioral health and counseling resources, 401(k), profit sharing, pre-tax transit and parking program, backup dependent care, senior care planning support, resources for individuals with developmental disabilities and their caregivers, and paid holidays and other paid time off, including paid leave for new parents. Benefits may vary by position and office.
The law firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by law. Personal information collected from applicants will be used for processing applications and may include name, address, phone numbers, email, Social Security Number, and signature. Further information may be collected with consent for background checks, including criminal background, employment, and certifications.
