Briggs and Morgan, P.A. (now Taft Law) ยท 10 hours ago
Intellectual Property Docketing Specialist
Southfield, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expTaft Law is a full-service law firm with a collaborative approach, seeking an Intellectual Property Docketing Specialist to support their IP Docketing Team. The role involves coordinating all aspects of IP docketing for U.S. and international portfolios, ensuring deadlines are met, and maintaining the integrity of electronic case records.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Coordinate all aspects of IP docketing for U.S. and international IP portfolios with a focus on all matters related to trademarks, patents, and domain names
Prepare and distribute docket reports as requested by attorneys and legal teams to ensure that all deadlines are met. Maintain direct contact with internal clients to ensure daily docket deadlines are satisfied
Preserve and audit the docket database, including entering, clearing and updating filing due dates and reminders
Maintain a thorough knowledge of the docket database to create specialized reports and make appropriate changes as necessary
Assist with intake and auditing of all Intellectual Property transferred files
Coordinate client communications and the integrity of electronic case records
Maintain knowledge of trends, developments, and legislative rulings impacting all IP procedures and regulations
Communicate with USPTO or relevant trademark jurisdiction to confirm deadlines
Identify policies and procedures that can be improved and suggest operational enhancements of the Docket Department
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience to support our IP Docketing Team
Coordinate all aspects of IP docketing for U.S. and international IP portfolios with a focus on all matters related to trademarks, patents, and domain names
Prepare and distribute docket reports as requested by attorneys and legal teams to ensure that all deadlines are met
Maintain direct contact with internal clients to ensure daily docket deadlines are satisfied
Preserve and audit the docket database, including entering, clearing and updating filing due dates and reminders
Maintain a thorough knowledge of the docket database to create specialized reports and make appropriate changes as necessary
Assist with intake and auditing of all Intellectual Property transferred files
Coordinate client communications and the integrity of electronic case records
Maintain knowledge of trends, developments, and legislative rulings impacting all IP procedures and regulations
Communicate with USPTO or relevant trademark jurisdiction to confirm deadlines
Identify policies and procedures that can be improved and suggest operational enhancements of the Docket Department
Understands and has substantial experience with trademark clearance, prosecution, renewal and enforcement processes
Advanced knowledge of docketing software (e.g., Pattsy, CPI, Foundation IP, Anaqua)
Knowledge of federal, state and local intellectual property laws and regulations
Knowledge of U.S. Patent terminology, prosecution procedures, and deadlines for both US and foreign intellectual property matters
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Strong problem solving skills
Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
Ability to work independently and under own direction and initiative
Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
Some education beyond high school required
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred
Company
Briggs and Morgan, P.A. (now Taft Law)
Briggs and Morgan has combined with Taft Law (http://www.linkedin.com/company/taftlaw).
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2020-01-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Joseph kinning
Partner
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