IP Docketing Specialist – Trademark & Deadlines

Norton Rose Fulbright; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) + profit sharing

Fertility benefits

Paid time off

Firm holidays

Job summary

Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP seeks a Docketing Specialist to support its Intellectual Property practice. The role focuses on maintaining the docketing system, managing deadlines, and assisting attorneys with a wide range of administrative tasks.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. The position is located in Texas with a hybrid in-office policy and potential remote work as determined by

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in docketing or related roles.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; in lieu of degree, 9 years of experience accepted.
• Experience with US and foreign trademark docketing required.
• Familiarity with docketing software applications is a plus.
• Strong MS Office proficiency, especially Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Create and calendar records; manage due dates and delete as needed.
• Coordinate with attorneys and paralegals on actions due and follow-ups.
• Handle US and foreign prosecution mail, including oppositions and appeals.
• Monitor and update dockets daily with attention to deadlines.
• Maintain transfer files and stay current on IP docketing rules.

Skills

Docketing

Attention to detail

MS Office (Excel, Word)

Verbal & written communication

Customer service

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

9 years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Docketing software

Job description

Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP seeks a Docketing Specialist to support its Intellectual Property practice. The role focuses on maintaining the docketing system, managing deadlines, and assisting attorneys with a wide range of administrative tasks.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. The position is located in Texas with a hybrid in-office policy and potential remote work as determined by