IP Operations & Coordination Specialist

Dority & Manning, P.A; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dority & Manning, P.A. is seeking a detail-oriented IP paralegal support professional to assist patent and trademark teams. The role focuses on document preparation, client communications, and database maintenance within a collaborative firm environment.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree and demonstrate strong MS Office and Adobe skills, with proven project management and data analysis abilities. Join a team that values accuracy, integrity, and client service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe.
• Ability to independently facilitate and manage projects.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data; excellent verbal and written communication with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day client and attorney functions for patent/ TM practices including preparing application documents.
• Process US and foreign mail, DS documents, assignments and declarations, and create foreign filing checklists.
• Manage client reporting and tracking including status updates, foreign filing decisions, and client correspondence.
• Assist with obtaining inventor signatures as needed.
• Coordinate with IP coordinators and other client team members; maintain client and firm databases.
• Recommend enhancements to existing processes and procedures; work with leadership to implement changes.
• Participate in professional development, continuing education and training opportunities.

Skills

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Project management

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Dority & Manning, P.A. is seeking a detail-oriented IP paralegal support professional to assist patent and trademark teams. The role focuses on document preparation, client communications, and database maintenance within a collaborative firm environment.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree and demonstrate strong MS Office and Adobe skills, with proven project management and data analysis abilities. Join a team that values accuracy, integrity, and client service.