Ip Docketing Administrator

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IP Docketing Administrator

The candidate manages U.S. Patent and Trademark docketing process. De-Dockets on a daily basis by reviewing information provided for accuracy and completeness. Processes new U.S. and foreign applications into docket management system. Handles all incoming electronic and paper mail, faxes and courier packages and dockets any necessary deadlines. Enters newly incoming filing information into the docket and maintains the docket database ensuring that all critical docket dates are accurately recoded. Manages Docket Box and coordinates workload with off-site Docket Team. Creates docket reports for attorneys and staff, as needed. Reviews final deadlines and notifies attorney/staff via email to obtain information for completing non-extendable actions. Cross-trains in annuity management to make annuity and maintenance fee payments by utilizing our third party vendor and corresponds with foreign associates with respect to inquires related to annuities and maintenance fees, as needed. Keeps the annuity docket accurate and up to date, including keeping track of those annuities in extension periods. Adheres to policy for entering time into Firm’s timekeeping system upon payment of maintenance fees and annuities in advance of accounting department’s deadlines, as applicable. Performs quality control audits on a regular basis to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of items entered into the docketing database. Manages intake of newly transferred in patent and trademark matters. Assists in conducting quality control review of prosecution documentation prepared in the IP Group prior to the transfer documentation leaving the Firm. Additional responsibilities as assigned. Bachelor's degree preferred. Should have 3+ years of experience in U.S. and foreign patent and trademark docketing. Thorough understanding of the patent, trademark and copyright processes. Prior experience with data entry and docketing software. Highly organized, accurate and detail-oriented. Demonstrates strong problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal, and ownership skills. Possesses excellent collaboration skills for working with various internal team members. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrates flexibility and reliability as well as the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and works well under pressure. Able to accommodate occasional overtime work.

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Job ID: 1292.

Company info

Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP
Michael E. Mooney
World Trade Centre
Boston
Massachusetts
United States 02210
Phone : 617-439-2000
Website : http://www.nutter.com