Remote Patent Docketing Specialist

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, Professional Corporation; Palo Alto (CA); Remoto; USD 54.000 - 73.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Wilson Sonsini is seeking a Patent Docketing Specialist to join our Intellectual Property docketing team. The successful candidate will coordinate and maintain all aspects of the patent docketing system, working with lawyers, staff, and vendors to ensure efficient patent support services. This is a fully remote opportunity.

Required: 5+ years of automated patent docketing, familiarity with CPI and USPTO PAIR, and strong detail orientation. Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.

Competenze

• 5+ years of automated patent docketing experience; candidates with more experience are also considered.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with electronic filing systems and paperless docketing.
• Extensive knowledge of CPI and the USPTO's PAIR system.
• Knowledge of U.S., PCT, and foreign patent docketing procedures.
• Understanding of rules and deadlines for domestic and foreign patents.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple priorities.

Mansioni

• Calendar dates related to patent application filings, formalities, office actions, and maintenance fees.
• Download and file electronic correspondence from the USPTO, foreign patent offices, or foreign agents into the document management system.
• Circulate incoming correspondence to the appropriate attorney teams.
• Prepare firm‑standard and custom docket reports.
• Proactively monitor due dates to ensure deadlines are met on time.
• Open and close matters in the docketing database as needed.
• Set up new cases in the docketing database.
• Assist with intakes and transfers related to new clients, attorney hires, attorney departures, or changes in counsel.
• Participate in IP practice group and docketing team meetings.
• Provide backup support to other docketing staff as needed.

Conoscenze

Patent docketing experience

Microsoft Office

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience

Strumenti

CPI

USPTO PAIR

Descrizione del lavoro

Wilson Sonsini is seeking a Patent Docketing Specialist to join our Intellectual Property docketing team. The successful candidate will coordinate and maintain all aspects of the patent docketing system, working with lawyers, staff, and vendors to ensure efficient patent support services. This is a fully remote opportunity.

Required: 5+ years of automated patent docketing, familiarity with CPI and USPTO PAIR, and strong detail orientation. Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.