IP Patent Administrator & Docket Specialist

Goodwin Procter Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Retirement & Savings Plan

Paid vacation

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Goodwin Procter Boston is seeking an IP Administrator to support the IPTS Patent practice. You will provide legal and administrative support, ensuring timely filing of documents with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and managing patent application files.

The ideal candidate has 1-5 years in a legal setting, strong communication skills, and familiarity with patent procedures. This role offers a competitive salary between $80,000 and $105,000, plus benefits including health insurance and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience required; 3-5 years preferred as an executive or legal assistant in a large law firm or corporate environment.
• Experience with preparation of formal documents for USPTO patent filings and maintaining U.S. patent application files is a must.
• Knowledge of international procedures and requirements is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file formal documents with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Handle administrative aspects of U.S. patent prosecution.
• Monitor and maintain attorney's case dockets.
• Compose correspondence, reports, and legal documents.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Tools

USPTO electronic filing

CPI

IPDAS

Job description

Goodwin Procter Boston is seeking an IP Administrator to support the IPTS Patent practice. You will provide legal and administrative support, ensuring timely filing of documents with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and managing patent application files.

The ideal candidate has 1-5 years in a legal setting, strong communication skills, and familiarity with patent procedures. This role offers a competitive salary between $80,000 and $105,000, plus benefits including health insurance and professional development opportunities.