IP Docketing Specialist
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 39 - 44
Posted on:
11 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Greenberg Traurig (GT) a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.
Join our Docketing team as a Patent Prosecution IP Docketing Specialist located in our Chicago or New Jersey office.
We are seeking a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced deadline driven-environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. With a detailed work ethic and a can-do attitude you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. If you are someone who demonstrates initiative adaptability and innovation we invite you to join our team.
This role can be based either in our Chicago or our New Jersey office on an hybrid basis. Office presence is required for day-to-day operations as well as for team meetings training opportunities and relationship building.
Position Summary
The Patent Prosecution and Trademark Docketing Specialist is responsible for handling the Intellectual Property docketing for a multi-national law firm working directlywith IP attorneys foreignfiling specialist(s) and administrative assistantsto clear docketsgeneratereportsand ensurealldeadlinesand remindersare fulfilled. Thispositionwillsupportall aspectsof trademarks copyrightsdomainnamesand TTABinorderto accurately identify docketing deadlines for the benefit of our clients and the firm.
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for quality control daily maintenance and operation of the firms docketing system
Processes both electronic and paper mail
Reviews mail and specific relevant docket deadlines and inputs into docketing system
Notifies attorneys that items have been properly docketed
Tracks updates from the PTO that may impact the IP department
Ensures all docketing items are timely and accurately processed in accordance with firm policies
Performs other special projects within the department as assigned
Qualifications
Skills & Competencies
Highly motivated self-starter who can work well under minimal supervision as well as take a proactive approach in being team-oriented
High attention to detail outstanding organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively
Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines and effectively prioritize multiple tasks
Analytical with strong problem-solving skills takes initiative and uses good judgment excellent follow-up skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) professional demeanor and presentation
Recognize confidential sensitive and proprietary information and maintain confidentiality
Must maintain a high level of workflow and quality controls in multi-office locations
Candidate should be flexible to work overtime as needed
Education & Prior Experience
Six plus years of substantive IP docketing experience at a major law firm or corporate required
Extensive knowledge of U.S. and foreign patents PAIR Trademarks and PCT
College graduate preferred
Must exhibit strong substantive knowledge of docketing requirements
Must have extensive knowledge of U.S. and foreign patents PAIR Trademarks and PCT
Technology
Proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite including Word PowerPoint Excel Adobe Acrobat and Outlook
Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly
Possess a working technical knowledge to support the firms docketing system databases
The expected pay range for this position is:
CHI: $39.49 to $44.62 per hour
NJ: $38.46 to $43.08 per hour
Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience location and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus health insurance with an optional HSA short term disability long term disability dental insurance vision care life insurance Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts 401K vacation sick time and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance voluntary life voluntary disability voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.
GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individuals race sex or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.
Required Experience:
IC
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About Company
Greenberg Traurig, LLP has more than 2750 attorneys in 48 locations in the United States, Europe and the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia. The firm is a 2022 BTI “Highly Recommended Law Firm” for superior client service and is consistently among the top firms on the Am Law Global ... View more
