Patent Docketing Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +7 more states.

📋 Description

• Oversee and manage all elements of the patent computerized docketing system.

• Collaborate closely with practice group attorneys, staff, and external docketing vendors to deliver effective patent support services.

• Schedule important dates pertaining to patent application submissions, formalities, office actions, and maintenance fees.

• Retrieve and organize electronic communications from the USPTO, international patent offices, or overseas agents into the document management system.

• Distribute incoming correspondence to the relevant attorney teams.

• Generate both standard and customized docket reports for the firm.

• Actively track due dates to ensure compliance with deadlines.

• Examine outstanding dates in the docketing database, consult with supervisors, and advance or de-docket as directed.

• Initiate and conclude matters within the docketing database as required.

• Establish new cases in the docketing database.

• Support intakes and transitions related to new clients, attorney hires, departures, or changes in representation.

• Engage in IP practice group and docketing team meetings.

• Provide supplemental support to other docketing personnel as needed.

• Execute additional tasks as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of automated patent docketing experience; candidates with more extensive experience will also be considered.

• A bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent professional experience.

• Familiarity with electronic filing systems and a paperless docketing environment.

• In-depth knowledge of CPI and the USPTO's Patent Application Information Retrieval (PAIR) system.

• Understanding of U.S., PCT, and international patent docketing protocols.

• Comprehension of rules and deadlines regarding domestic and foreign patents.

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

• Capability to handle multiple priorities effectively.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, and Excel).

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Capacity to perform tasks with minimal supervision.

• Ability to communicate and collaborate virtually with team members.

🏝️ Benefits

• A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• A discretionary year-end merit bonus based on individual performance.

• Overtime may be included in the compensation package.