IP Docket Specialist

Polsinelli; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Long-term disability

Job summary

Polsinelli PC is seeking an experienced IP Docket Specialist to manage patent and trademark docketing for diverse client portfolios. The role requires meticulous attention to details, knowledge of USPTO, PCT, and international rules, and strong proficiency with CPi docketing software.

The position supports transfers, deadlines, and reports, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency in a busy law firm environment. Polsinelli PC offers comprehensive benefits and a collaborative work culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years IP Docketing experience in a law firm environment.
• Experience with CPi software preferred.
• Knowledge of USPTO, PCT and international IP prosecution procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of IP procedures and best practices for patent and trademark prosecution.
• IP docketing for assigned client portfolios with accurate deadline management.
• Navigate US and international patent/trademark databases to verify details and retrieve documents.
• Generate and edit reports from IP docketing software for client portfolio status and deadlines.
• Assist with patent and trademark transfers including report generation and portfolio verification.
• Set priorities, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.

Skills

IP docketing

CPi software

Patent/trademark rules

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Tools

CPi

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Polsinelli does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Please, no phone calls or emails. At Polsinelli, What a Law Firm Should Be is not just our tagline, it is what we live every day. We strive to create an environment where our team members are encouraged to bring their creativity and professional passions into the workplace so that they can thrive. Are you a people person who has a keen eye for detail, thrives in a professional environment, and wants to be part of a dynamic team? We have the perfect role for an engaging professional like you! Polsinelli is hiring and has an opening for an experienced IP Docket Specialist. This position is available in any city the Firm has an office.

Core Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of Intellectual Property, including USPTO, PCT, and international rules and procedures for patent and trademark prosecution, as well as keep abreast of department best practices and guidelines.
• IP docketing for assigned client portfolios, which includes accurate deadline management in docketing software, and may also include distribution of official patent and trademark communications internally or externally.
• Navigate US and international patent and trademark online databases to obtain and/or verify application details and retrieve documents as needed.
• Generate and edit reports from IP docketing software, as well as skill to assist with requested client portfolio reports identifying status of IP matters and deadlines.
• Assist with patent and trademark transfers (inbound and outbound), including report generation and verifying portfolio details. May include assisting with patent office formalities (such as Change of Correspondence and/or POA).
• Effectively set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects.
• Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task (i.e., patent and trademark particulars, such as inventor names, dates, titles, ownership, etc.)
• Critical thinker who works efficiently, using available technology and strives to make tasks easier and more efficient.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Ability to analyze patent and trademark documents and related communications to identify, generate and update deadlines for all phases of domestic and international prosecution. Example IP documents include, but are not limited to: Applications, Filing Receipts, Application Data Sheets, Office Actions, Section 8/15 Statements, Notice of Allowance, Issue Notifications, Notice of Missing Parts and Formality Documents generated by US, PCT and international patent offices, or communicated by the client or international counsel.
• Working knowledge of USPTO, PCT, and international rules and procedures for patent and trademark prosecution, as well as cancellation and opposition proceedings.
• Ability to analyze and interpret various IP rules, including Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and Manual Patent Examining Procedures (MPEP).
• Proficient in understanding and management of IP docket and deadlines, including statutory and filing deadlines.
• Working knowledge and experience with IP docketing procedures and software (CPi preference), to docket patent and trademark deadlines for global portfolios.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in CPi and Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Requirements

• 5+ years IP Docketing experience (with CPi software experience preferred) within a law firm environment.
• Prior experience with managing high-volume client portfolios.
• High School diploma or equivalent. College degree preferred.

The budgeted salary range for this position is $75,000 - $95,000.

As part of full-time employment associated with this position, Polsinelli PC offers the following benefits: Paid time off, sick time off, a referral program, medical insurance and benefits, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, ID Theft insurance, long-term disability benefits, short-term disability benefits, Parking/Transit reimbursement (varies depending on location), 401(k) benefits, and employee assistance benefits.

Polsinelli PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.