Trademark Docketing Specialist (Hybrid)

Norton Rose Fulbright; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP in Austin, TX is seeking a Docketing Specialist to maintain the firm’s docketing system, manage deadlines, and support attorneys across IP matters. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced team environment.

This evergreen posting allows consideration for future opportunities across the U.S. offices; a hybrid schedule with in-office presence as needed is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience
• Bachelor’s degree, preferred. In lieu of a degree, minimum 9 years of professional experience required
• Experience with US and foreign trademark docketing required
• Knowledge of docketing software applications a plus
• College degree or equivalent preferred
• Proficient in MS Office products, including Excel and Word
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Customer service-oriented

Responsibilities

• Creating records within the database, docketing or calendaring of due dates, and de-docketing or removing due dates when appropriate
• Cultivating relationships and following up with attorneys and/or paralegals regarding actions due, and other related tasks
• Docketing and reviewing all US and foreign prosecution mail, as well as opposition, interference and/or appellate matters
• Monitoring and updating attorney dockets daily, with strong attention to approaching deadlines
• Intake and auditing of transfer files
• Maintain knowledge of latest IP rules, both domestic and foreign
• Investigate and troubleshoot issues or questions pertaining to docketing

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Equivalent 9 years professional experience in lieu of degree

Tools

MS Office (Excel & Word)

Docketing software knowledge

Job description

Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP in Austin, TX is seeking a Docketing Specialist to maintain the firm’s docketing system, manage deadlines, and support attorneys across IP matters. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced team environment.

This evergreen posting allows consideration for future opportunities across the U.S. offices; a hybrid schedule with in-office presence as needed is offered.