An innovative IP boutique law firm in Washington, DC, has a position open for a full-time Trademark Docketing Specialist. Remote candidates will be considered. Only candidates with at least 3 years of experience as a Docketing Specialist will be considered. Experience with trademark-specific docketing strongly preferred. Firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid leave, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage. In addition, employees may participate in the Firm's Defined Contribution Retirement Plan after one year of employment, consistent with the provisions of that plan.
Status: Direct Hire
Salary: $70K
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Docket new trademark application filings;
- Review, analyze and process incoming correspondence from the USPTO, TTAB, clients and foreign counsel and input data in the Firm's docketing database;
- Assist with intake of new clients and matters;
- Generate customized docketing reports;
- Clear the docket on a daily basis, including sending reminders as needed;
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- At least 3 years of experience as a Docketing Specialist
- Experience with trademark-specific docketing strongly preferred
- Qualified candidates will have top notch organizational skills, keen attention to detail, the abilities to multi-task, prioritize and work independently
- Mastery of basic office skills and trademark-specific systems (USPTO, TTAB, WebTMS) and a thorough knowledge of the USPTO's trademark practices and procedures.
- Professional, team player who takes pride and ownership in their work.
How To Apply: Please respond with your resume for consideration. We welcome all candidates that meet the REQUIRED qualifications with recent relevant experience. Palmer Legal Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.
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