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ArentFox Schiff · 1 day ago

IP Patent Docketing Quality Review Specialist

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$77K/yr - $115K/yr

7+ years exp

ArentFox Schiff LLP is internationally recognized in core industries where business and the law intersect. The IP Patent Docketing Quality Review Specialist will be responsible for reviewing work completed by IP Patent Docketing Specialists and ensuring data accuracy within the docketing database, as well as training new staff members and assisting with various docketing-related tasks.

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Responsibilities

Review all US and foreign patent docket updates to ensure data integrity and strict compliance with country law, client guidelines and established departmental policies and procedures. Make appropriate database corrections or communicate the corrections to the Docketing Specialist in a helpful and professional manner in order for the team member to gain a more thorough understanding of the situation

Assist with training docketing staff members, both during a new Specialist’s initial training and as required based on staff and department needs

Conduct internal audit reviews of patent client portfolios and make appropriate database corrections

Work with IP Patent Docketing Manager and IP Patent Docketing Coordinator to ensure client and firm requirements are met based upon department guidelines; regularly review and ensure accuracy of information in docketing system

Work closely with the IP Patent Docketing Manager and IP Patent Coordinator in identifying problems or inaccuracies in departmental policies and procedures; assist with changes and implementation

Prepare system reports and customized queries upon request or on a routine basis

Assist with special projects, including new matter intakes, as assigned

Prepare and send final docket reports to appropriate staff members to ensure deadlines are timely met, including professional and support staff

Staff training, including participation in training of new staff members and creation or maintenance of training materials to ensure they reflect our current practices and procedures

Assist with reconciliation of audit reports and maintenance of database records

Assist with other IP related tasks, as necessary

Assist with client intakes

Qualification

Patent prosecution knowledgePatent docketing experienceCPIPatricia experienceData entry skillsOffice software proficiencyAnalytical decision-makingProofreading skillsReading comprehensionProblem-solving skillsCommunication skills

Required

Thorough knowledge and understanding of domestic and foreign patent prosecution procedures, terminology, and deadlines required

Strong organization, problem-solving, analytical decision-making, proofreading and reading comprehension skills

Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written

Accurate data entry skills

Ability to work well under pressure and adjust quickly to changing priorities while maintaining a high level of productivity and accuracy

Proficiency in use of office software such as Word and Excel helpful

Flexibility for overtime required

Bachelor's degree is preferred. Related work experience may be used in lieu of formal education required

Minimum seven (7) years patent docketing experience using a computerized docketing system, CPI and/or Patricia experience preferred

Minimum one (1) year patent docketing quality review experience

Prior law firm experience required

Company

ArentFox Schiff

ArentFox Schiff is a law company that specializes in tax, real estate law, business strategies, litigation, and business compliance.

Founded in 1866

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.afslaw.com

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