IP Docket Specialist

The role

The IP Docket Specialist reviews incoming mail from USPTO, foreign associates, and clients to add due dates to the docket system. This person maintains the CPi database and compiles reports for attorneys.

What you will do

• Monitoring docketing inbox and patent prosecution notices
• Maintaining CPi database for patent prosecution files
• Downloading daily mail from PAIR
• Compiling reports for attorneys and assistants
• Following up with attorneys, paralegals and assistants regarding loss of rights dates
• Clearing docketed dates as tasks are completed
• Adding new matters to the docket system
• Reviewing and docketing newly filed applications
• Maintaining data integrity of the CPi database
• Assisting with training and second-eye review of IP Docket Clerks' work product

Required qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Minimum five years IP Docketing experience
• Advanced understanding of the patent prosecution process and associated correspondence and deadlines
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Good analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints
• Proficient computer and database skills, including Word, Excel, iManage and Computer Packages, Inc. (CPI)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality
• Ability to perform high level of mental and visual effort under deadline

Nice to have

• bachelor’s degree

About the company

Barnes & Thornburg is committed to equal employment opportunity in both principle and as a matter of policy.