IP Docketing Specialist - Remote/Hybrid

Nutter; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP in Boston seeks a Docketing Administrator in the Intellectual Property Department. The role supports US and foreign document preparation, docket tracking, and deadline management, with opportunities to grow within a collaborative IP team.

The position is full-time with a 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. schedule and a hybrid option allowing remote work two days weekly; overtime is paid after 40 hours, and occasional additional hours may be required to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of docketing or IP admin experience.
• Knowledge of US patent filing procedures and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily docketing of US and foreign patent/trademark deadlines.
• Coordinate with external docketing team and maintain Docket Box.
• Review deadlines and communicate with attorneys to obtain needed info.
• Handle annuity payments and foreign filings with vendors as needed.
• Ensure docket accuracy through regular quality checks.

Skills

Docketing

US patent filings

Communication

Organization

Tools

USPTO e-filing

Docketing software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP in Boston seeks a Docketing Administrator in the Intellectual Property Department. The role supports US and foreign document preparation, docket tracking, and deadline management, with opportunities to grow within a collaborative IP team.

The position is full-time with a 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. schedule and a hybrid option allowing remote work two days weekly; overtime is paid after 40 hours, and occasional additional hours may be required to meet deadlines.