Our department has an excellent opportunity for a in theThe position reports to the Patent Manager. The open position focuses on docketing related to US and international patent prosecution matters, from pre-filing to grant, in support of the patent prosecution practice.
- Review and clear US and Non-US IP prosecution docket on a daily basis.
- Review and docket new patent filings and correspondence to/from the USPTO or foreign agents; including assisting in quality assurance review by noting any errors or omissions.
- Prepare customized docket reports for attorneys, staff and clients as needed.
- Review incoming file transfers and add related matter details to the docket system; including reviewing electronic sources such as PAIR and other country-specific websites.
- Update and audit trail check of incoming and outgoing correspondence processed by peers.
- Stay up-to-date with changes to IP rules and regulations.
- Maintain excellent client service to internal and external clients.
- Other duties as requested and assigned.
- Associate's degree or work experience equivalent with a minimum of five (5) years of IP prosecution docketing experience.
- Deep understanding of Intellectual Property rules and regulations in jurisdictions worldwide.
- Experience and familiarity with IP docketing systems; FoundationIP (FIP) preferred.
- Ability to effectively communicate with attorneys, staff and clients to identify needs and implement solutions .
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel, Document Management Systems such as Net Documents.
The expected annual salary for this position ranges from $85,000 - 115,000. The salary offered will be determined by a wide range of factors including but not limited to experience level, education/training, and relevant skills.
What We Do
Recognized as one of the top firms for client service and quality of legal services, BakerHostetler is a leading law firm that helps clients around the world address their most complex and critical business and regulatory issues. With six core practice groups – Business, Digital Assets and Data Management, Intellectual Property, Labor and Employment, Litigation, and Tax – the firm has lawyers in offices coast to coast, serving clients across the United States and in more than 100 countries.
Baker & Hosteler LLP was founded in 1916 by Newton D. Baker, Joseph C. Hostetler and Thomas L. Sidlo. Today, we have more than 1,000 attorneys contributing to the success of our clients. The values they share are the same ideals on which our firm was founded: love and respect for the law, respect for each other, and the courage to make hard decisions on the basis of what they know to be right.
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