IP Docketing Administrator

IP Docketing Administrator performs a critical role supporting the IPTS Legal Practice Area within the Technology/Life Sciences Business Unit by docketing patent prosecution matters.  This position works closely with attorneys, paralegals and secretaries to deliver cost effective, efficient work product for our clients. 

What You’ll Do:

• Review incoming mail related to patent matters. Analyzes and calculates applicable deadlines and response dates. Enters deadlines and summary of same in respective CPI database.
• Review daily docket for time sensitive response (final deadlines) and generate daily alerts.
• Assist IP Docketing Manager with outtake of patent and trademark portfolios for clients transferring to other counsel, including CPI data transfers or reports, and coordination with Records.
• Assist IP Docketing Manager with intake of patent and trademark portfolios for new clients, including CPI data transfers, coordination of data entry, file intake, and monitoring of POAs and FA notifications.
• Assist with the monitoring and payment of patent annuities and maintenance fees.

 
Miscellaneous Duties:

• Review outgoing filings for accuracy and completeness.
• Assume additional responsibilities as requested by IP Docketing Manager.

 Who You Are:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in an IP docketing environment.
• 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 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).
• Annuity fees experience highly desired, not required.