Trademark Docketing & Filings Specialist

barnes; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes & Thornburg is seeking a Trademark Assistant in Indianapolis to support the IP team with docketing, file maintenance, and document preparation. You will coordinate deadlines, prepare office actions, and assist with both US and foreign filings.

The role requires experience with trademark prosecution, strong communication, and attention to detail in a fast-paced legal environment, with the ability to work independently and in a team.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a Trademark Assistant.
• Fluent understanding of USPTO processes and deadlines.
• Ability to draft correspondence and manage docketing.
• Strong written and oral communication.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Review incoming mail and draft correspondence.
• Maintain weekly docket and coordinate deadlines.
• Prepare documents and filing instructions for USPTO and foreign filings.
• Coordinate execution of formal documents and foreign filing estimates.
• Prepare and file documents with the USPTO.
• Produce docket and portfolio reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Trademark prosecution knowledge

Attention to detail

Independent working

Team oriented

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

InTapp

iManage

Job description

Barnes & Thornburg is seeking a Trademark Assistant in Indianapolis to support the IP team with docketing, file maintenance, and document preparation. You will coordinate deadlines, prepare office actions, and assist with both US and foreign filings.

The role requires experience with trademark prosecution, strong communication, and attention to detail in a fast-paced legal environment, with the ability to work independently and in a team.