Job Title: IP Trademark Docketing Specialist
Job Responsibilities:
- Follow firm procedures and risk management guidelines to perform a variety of complex duties.
- Analyze, review, and process all trademark correspondence, both domestic and foreign, including United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) communications.
- Docket USPTO and foreign trademark mail in the docketing system.
- Modify, add, and maintain docket records.
- De-docket pertinent deadlines.
- Open new matters.
- Create, modify, and generate docket and status reports.
- Process incoming file transfers.
- Generate and monitor daily docket of deadlines to ensure compliance.
- Respond to various requests from legal staff and other departments.
- Ensure accurate entry and date calculation for case information.
- Ensure completion and verification of daily PTO submissions.
- Communicate with attorneys and staff regarding pending action items as needed, including the appropriate follow-up.
- Special projects and additional duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Information:
- 2-4 years of trademark docketing experience, preferably with CPI.
- Working knowledge of trademark docketing procedures, including USPTO and foreign practices.
- Advanced knowledge of the trademark docketing processes as normally acquired through training, education, and several years of work experience in the IP field.
- Ability to change and adapt to current and future responsibilities and circumstances.
- Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
- Professional conduct, service-oriented attitude, and acute attention to detail.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Paralegal Certificate and/or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Salary Information:
This position may be filled in Washington, Illinois, District of Columbia, New York, Colorado, or California. The base salary ranges for this position are listed below. These ranges may not be applicable to other locations. An individual's actual compensation will depend on the individual's qualifications and experience.
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- New York City – –
- New York State –
- Colorado – –
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Benefits:
The law firm offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees professionally and personally, including:
- Comprehensive medical (PPO and HDHPs), dental, and vision plans, including coverage for domestic partners.
- Life and AD&D insurance.
- Short and long-term disability insurance.
- Tax-advantaged accounts for health care expenses, including FSAs and HSAs.
- FSAs for dependent care.
- Health advocacy services.
- Behavioral health and counseling resources for all family members.
- 401(k) and profit sharing.
- Pre-tax transit and parking program.
- Backup dependent care.
- Senior care planning support.
- Resources for individuals with developmental disabilities and their caregivers.
- 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 on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, transgender status, and sexual orientation), 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 the application throughout any recruitment or employment process and inclusion in a personnel file. Data collected may include name, address, phone numbers, email, Social Security Number, and signature. Further information may be collected with consent for a background check, including criminal background, employment, and certifications.
