Senior IP Docketing Specialist — Patent & Trademark

Polsinelli; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Polsinelli PC seeks an IP Specialist in Houston to manage docketing and patent prosecution for client portfolios. The role emphasizes coordinating invention harvesting, drafting and filing with the USPTO, and maintaining accurate client documents.

The position requires at least 5 years in IP, strong organization, and proficiency with InTapp and MS Office. You will support multiple IP practice areas including Trademark and Litigation as part of a busy docket in a dynamic firm environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of IP experience.
• Knowledge of IP rules and procedures.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Accurate drafting and editing of documents.
• Detail-oriented with calendaring and travel planning.
• Proficient in IP docketing systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage docket and patent prosecution for assigned portfolios.
• Coordinate invention harvesting meetings and patent tasks with client and team.
• Prepare and circulate reporting letters to clients or vendors.
• Draft patent prosecution templates and file with USPTO.
• File US patent applications with USPTO and monitor deadlines.
• Review patent communications for errors and expiration dates.
• Update IDS charts and client portfolio spreadsheets as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

IP docketing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Typing speed

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

IP Docketing System (InTapp)

Chrome River

iManage

Adobe

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Polsinelli PC seeks an IP Specialist in Houston to manage docketing and patent prosecution for client portfolios. The role emphasizes coordinating invention harvesting, drafting and filing with the USPTO, and maintaining accurate client documents.

The position requires at least 5 years in IP, strong organization, and proficiency with InTapp and MS Office. You will support multiple IP practice areas including Trademark and Litigation as part of a busy docket in a dynamic firm environment.