Docketing Coordinator

Armstrong Teasdale; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 64.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Armstrong Teasdale LLP is seeking a Docket Coordinator to manage the docket system for IP matters, supporting US and international processes. The role includes entering deadlines, updating records, and preparing reports for attorneys and clients.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in IP docketing, and familiarity with CPI, Anaqua, Lecorpio and FoundationIP. High school diploma required; associates preferred. on-site role in Philadelphia.

Formación

• 2+ years of intellectual property experience.
• Knowledge of docketing software CPI, Anaqua, Lecorpio and FoundationIP.
• Familiar with USPTO procedures and IP practice.

Responsabilidades

• Review incoming mail and filings for IP group to determine due dates for docketing.
• Enter all due and reminder dates into the docket database.
• Prepare docket reports for attorneys, business professionals and clients.
• Follow up daily on docket deadlines and alert responsible attorneys.
• Update docket information daily from USPTO and foreign offices.

Conocimientos

IP docketing experience

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent; Associates Degree preferred

Herramientas

CPI

Anaqua

Lecorpio

FoundationIP

Descripción del empleo

About Armstrong Teasdale: For more than a century, Armstrong Teasdale has forged long-term relationships with clients large and small around the globe. Since our founding in 1901, we have grown to be one of the 200 largest law firms in the U.S. Our mission statement—“Always exceed expectations through teamwork and excellent client service”— carries through everything we do. We embrace the following values: integrity, teamwork, entrepreneurship, investment, celebration, perspective, accomplishment and inclusiveness.

Reports To:

Office Manager

Summary Description

The Docket Coordinator manages the docket system to track deadlines and mitigate malpractice. This role will support US and international docketing processes and supports Intellectual Property.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Review incoming mail and filings for the IP group that relates to patent matters to determine due dates or reminder dates that need to be entered into the firm’s docket database.
• May download and save documents into the firm’s internal document management system.
• Process and forward information regarding each date entered into the docket database to the appropriate individuals.
• Enter all due dates and reminder dates as appropriate into docket database.
• May be requested to prepare docket reports for attorneys, business professionals and clients.
• Follow up on daily docket deadlines to ensure they have satisfied all of the day’s due dates; inform responsible attorneys of critical end of day deadlines.
• Update all information in docket databases on a daily basis as indicated by responsible attorneys, clients and patent office communications.
• May be requested to update client docket databases.
• May review information from the USPTO and foreign country patent offices regarding law changes and update docketing system as necessary.

Qualifications:

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; Associates Degree preferred

Licenses and/or Certifications

N/A

Experience

2+ of intellectual property experience.

Preferred Experience:

• Knowledge of and experience with docketing software such as CPI, Anaqua, Lecorpio and FoundationIP.
• Thorough knowledge of procedures and practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Knowledge of and experience with resources such as Patent Center and other International IP law databases.

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Physical Activity

The employee will be required to sit for prolonged periods and work on a computer

Travel Required:

N/A

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

EEO Statement:

Armstrong Teasdale is an equal opportunity employer and will make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status or other protected status, in accordance with federal, state and local laws. At Armstrong Teasdale, we define diversity and inclusion broadly and focus on helping professionals of all races, religions, national origins, gender identities, ethnicities, sexual orientations and physical abilities feel a sense of belonging. Diversity and inclusion are core values of the firm, and we recognize the richness they bring to our workplace.