IP Docket Specialist
Husch Blackwell LLP is a full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple locations across the United States, serving clients with domestic and international operations.
At Husch Blackwell we believe that diverse, equitable and inclusive teams lead to better outcomes. Husch Blackwell is committed to retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented lawyers and business professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We foster an engaged, diverse, and inclusive team culture of accountability and purpose that makes our Firm and our communities better.
Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our IP Docket Specialist position. This position may be filled remotely, or in any of our locations.
The Intellectual Property (“IP”) Docket Specialist is responsible for monitoring assigned shared mailboxes and related docket requests and docketing same in a timely manner according to firm guidelines and procedures utilizing the firm’s IP Business docketing software. The IP Docket Specialist reports to the Senior IP Docket Manager and will assist the IP Docket Managers as needed and directed in additional projects within the Docket Team. Essential job functions include:
Compensation And Benefits
Employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation ranges for this position in various states and jurisdictions are as follows:
Please include a cover letter and resume when applying.
EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.
At Husch Blackwell we believe that diverse, equitable and inclusive teams lead to better outcomes. Husch Blackwell is committed to retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented lawyers and business professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We foster an engaged, diverse, and inclusive team culture of accountability and purpose that makes our Firm and our communities better.
Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our IP Docket Specialist position. This position may be filled remotely, or in any of our locations.
The Intellectual Property (“IP”) Docket Specialist is responsible for monitoring assigned shared mailboxes and related docket requests and docketing same in a timely manner according to firm guidelines and procedures utilizing the firm’s IP Business docketing software. The IP Docket Specialist reports to the Senior IP Docket Manager and will assist the IP Docket Managers as needed and directed in additional projects within the Docket Team. Essential job functions include:
- Independently docket for designated assignment group (multiple offices and/or shared docketing mailboxes), including:
- Review and accurately comprehend documents submitted to ensure all deadlines are identified and docketed.
- Review USPTO and foreign filings and double-check accuracy via the foreign and domestic agency websites as necessary.
- De-docket completed deadlines.
- Verify accuracy of docketed items and de-docketed items and resolve any discrepancies.
- Ensure accuracy of timekeepers assigned to matters.
- Create, review, and distribute accurate matter reports.
- Respond professionally and constructively to requests from timekeepers and staff regarding docketed dates, foreign and domestic agency rules and regulations.
- Collaborate with the IP Docket Manager to continually improve the firm’s docketing best practices, policies, and processes.
- Process abandoned and transferred matters and assist with onboarding of incoming portfolios.
- Assist Docket Team with special projects as needed.
- Remain current with developments, procedures and regulations in US and foreign filing entities.
- 2‐year degree or Paralegal Certificate required; 4‐year degree preferred in related field.
- 3-5 years IP docketing experience with specific proficiency using IP docketing software including PattsyWave.
- Strong knowledge of patent and trademark prosecution process as well as all facets of IP business workflows.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe products, and internet research; ability to prepare, export, edit, filter, sort, search, and reformat large spreadsheets within Excel.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical abilities, and resourcefulness.
- Ability to adapt to change and balance competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation And Benefits
Employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation ranges for this position in various states and jurisdictions are as follows:
- State of California: $53,000 - $102,000
- State of Colorado: $49,000 - $88,000
- Jersey City, NJ: $58,000 - $105,000
- State of Massachusetts: $53,000 - $102,000
- State of New York: $50,000 - $107,000
- State of Washington: $52,000 - $98,000
- Washington, D.C.: $69,000 - $101,000
Please include a cover letter and resume when applying.
EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.
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