Intellectual Property Patent Docketing Specialist

Responsibilities: Review, docket, and distribute a high volume of incoming correspondence from the USPTO, WIPO, and foreign associates Update docket based on USPTO filing receipts, WIPO confirmations, and correspondence from foreign counsel Monitor daily docket deadlines and ensure all due dates are met Process docket updates based on attorney and paralegal instructions Perform monthly status reviews of pending U.S. patent applications Manage incoming and outgoing transferred files Generate docket reports and respond to internal requests for status updates Save and organize correspondence within the electronic document management system

Required Skills & Experience: Working knowledge of U.S. and international patent and/or trademark prosecution processes Ability to interpret and follow rules, procedures, and filing requirements Strong attention to detail and excellent proofreading skills Highly organized, with the ability to manage deadlines and maintain accuracy under pressure Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)6+ years of intellectual property experience in a law firm or legal services setting Prior IP docketing experience required; patent docketing strongly preferred Experience with IP docketing software (FIP highly preferred)Preferred Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

What We’re Looking For: Someone who thrives in a deadline‑driven environmentA detail‑oriented professional who enjoys structure and accuracyA proactive communicator with strong follow‑through and ownership Preferred Cities Atlanta, GA – 30303, 30308, 30309 Charlotte, NC – 28202 (Uptown), 28203, 28277, 75201, 75202, 75204 Houston, TX – 77002, 77056, 77024 Tampa, FL – 33602, 33607, 33301, 33304 West Palm Beach, FL – 33401, 33405 Miami, FL – 33132 (Downtown), 33130 (Brickell), 33136, 32801, 32803, 32819 Washington, DC – 20001, 20002, 20005 New York, NY (Manhattan) – 10001, 10016, 10022 Chicago, IL – 60601, 60611, 60606 Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Legal Industries: Legal Services