IP Docketing Administrator

IP Docketing Administrator

Requirements

• 2-5 years of Trademark Docket experience in an IP law firm preferred.
• BS/BA preferred.
• Paralegal Certificate preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills and ability to communicate clearly, both written and verbal.
• Strong attention-to-detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Sound judgment and ability to respect, protect and maintain highly confidential and sensitive information.
• Must work well in a team environment and maintain a positive team atmosphere.
• Ability to use standard office software (MS Excel, Word, Outlook, Internet Search Engines, etc.) required.
• Strong experience with docketing software CPI required; IPDAS a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and processes all docket tasks in Centralized mailbox.
• Reviews and manages incoming and outgoing correspondence related to trademark matters.
• Analyzes and calculates application deadlines and response dates.
• Enters applicable data and deadlines in the CPI database.
• Dockets USPTO and foreign trademark correspondence accurately and timely.
• Reviews all PTO filings for compliance and completeness and updates docket accordingly.
• De-dockets deadlines and updates the docket with high accuracy.
• Identifies data discrepancies and coordinates with IP Docketing Manager to make corrections.
• Prepares docket reports as requested.
• Performs Audits.
• Assists with Matter opening.
• Keeps current on TMEP, USPTO, WIPO and various foreign offices rules and requirements.
• Assists other members of the Docketing staff as needed.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as requested by IP Docketing Manager.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-5 years of Trademark Docket experience in an IP law firm preferred.
• BS/BA preferred.
• Paralegal Certificate preferred.