IP Docketing Specialist

4 days ago


Charlotte, North Carolina, United States Burr & Forman Full time

Job Summary

Burr & Forman LLP is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented IP Docketing Specialist to provide comprehensive IP docketing services to the firm. The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing, docketing, and distributing incoming correspondence from the USPTO, WIPO, and foreign associates, as well as managing and working with the IP Docketing team to complete special projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review and docket a high volume of incoming correspondence from the USPTO, WIPO, and foreign associates according to established procedures.
  • Open new matters and input records into the IP Docketing system, FoundationIP, for both foreign and domestic patent, trademark, and copyright cases.
  • Provide auditing services for matters and docketed actions to ensure quality control of client data.
  • Generate client status reports, including researching to confirm the status of pending or issued applications at the USPTO and in foreign IP offices.
  • Clear the docket daily, including sending reminders as needed.
  • Stay up-to-date with USPTO, PCT, Madrid Protocol, and foreign IP rules and practices associated with deadlines.
  • Manage and work with the IP Docketing team and/or other teams within the firm to complete special projects as requested.
  • Assist with the process of transferring in/out of clients/matters, coordinating with old/new firms, obtaining necessary POAs, reviewing each individual matter for accuracy, and inputting all data into the docket.
  • Assist with monitoring and instructing annuity payments according to client instructions, track payment decisions, and submit annuity invoices for all patent prosecution matters.
  • Assist in other administrative tasks to ensure a smooth office workflow.

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent and relevant work experience required; a college degree is preferred.
  • Two (2) or more years of general IP experience preferred.
  • Experience with the IP Docketing system, FoundationIP, is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of the team.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and a desire to take ownership as a contributing member of the team.
  • Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to develop positive working relationships (in-person and virtually).
  • Proven problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
  • Unquestioned integrity and professionalism.
  • Ability to balance competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, exercising patience and professionalism during stressful situations.
  • Ability to change and adapt to current and future responsibilities and circumstances.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

About Burr & Forman

Burr & Forman LLP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, military and protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, or disability.



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