Our client, a top-ranked IP law firm, is seeking a Patent Docketing Specialist. This role reports to the Docketing Manager.
Salary
: $60-$80k. *Salary is flexible based on experience and location.
Schedule:
Fully Remote anywhere in the U.S.
Experience:
1-3 years of IP docketing experience within a law firm
Education:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience preferred.
Responsibilities:
Prepare US and PCT application filing papers such as Declarations, Assignments, and Powers of Attorney
Draft U.S. prosecution documents, including Office Action responses, petitions, corrected papers, and fee submissions
Draft PCT follow-on filings, including responses to Invitations, Powers of Attorney, and other required communications
Prepare instructions to foreign associates for national phase entries and ensure all formality requirements are met
Prepare US and foreign filing estimates and advance invoices
Review incoming correspondence
Manage daily docketing for US and foreign patent and trademark matters
Resolve docket issues and maintain accurate deadlines
Review weekly deadline reports and obtain required information from attorneys
Conduct regular quality control audits on the docket database
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree preferred
1-2 years of IP docketing experience within a law firm
Experience with the docketing software PATTSY Wave is a plus
Working knowledge of docketing systems and database management