IP Docketing Analyst- 3567103

Job Title: IP Docketing Analyst

Salary/Payrate: $80K-$110K annually and AWESOME benefits!!!

Work Environment: REMOTE BUT MUST LIVE IN ONE OF THE FOLLOWING
STATES: GEORGIA, TEXAS, VIRGINIA, MASSACHUSSETTS, LOUISIANA,
PENNSYLVANIA, NORTH CAROLINA, OHIO, CONNECTICUT, RHODE ISLAND,
FLORIDA, NEW YORK, MICHIGAN, WASHINGTON DC, NEW JERSEY

Term: Permanent / Fulltime

Bachelor’s degree required: No

Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets
hired

JOB DESCRIPTION

The IP Docket Analyst will provide detailed, accurate information
on a daily basis to IP attorneys and staff regarding client
information and deadlines, assisting the overall effective
operations of the Docket Department. The Analyst maintains their
assigned docket portfolios according to established policies and
procedures, performs all job functions relating to review of
documents and established process and procedure, and exercises
discretion and confidentiality in maintaining contact with
clients, attorneys, and staff for docket-related matters. The
Analyst works closely with the Docket Specialists and as a team
member to meet the goals of the firm.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Read, sort and distribute incoming patent mail, either from the
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office “USPTO,” all other foreign
government agencies, and/or foreign associates in a timely manner
and in accordance with established procedures.
* Provide guidance and respond to docket-related questions and
problems from the IP team of attorneys and staff.
* Ensure full docket clearance on a daily basis, including
monitoring workflow and maintaining the integrity of the filing
logs, in accordance with established policies and procedures.
* Maintain an accurate docket database and provide reports as
requested or required.
* Electronically distribute USPTO mail to attorneys and staff.
* Scan client and legal documents to firm’s electronic document
management system.
* Process abandoned and/or inactive files.
* Maintain positive contact with attorneys, staff and clients and
observe confidentiality of the Docket Department and firm’s
clients.
* Ensure the accuracy and completeness of docketing of documents
received from the USPTO within the requirements set by the Code
of Federal Regulations, clients, all other foreign government
agencies, and/or foreign associates.
* Maintain and distribute an electronic global docket calendar,
as assigned, for domestic/international patents and as required
within established guidelines and procedures.
* Manage Foreign invoices and data within the firm’s designated
applications
* Maintain e-files through the firm’s IP Management
System/iManage integration
* Perform special projects as assigned, with accuracy and within
the specified timeline.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Ability to work under pressure while producing a high volume of
information with a high level of accuracy.
* Excellent proofreading skills.
* Ability to identify and analyze complex issues and problems in
relation to managing data.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently as well as work well as a team
member.
* Ability to work closely with all departments in understanding
their processes in order to assist with the day-to-day operations
of the IP Practice Sections.
* Effective interpersonal skills to be able to communicate and
follow instructions effectively from a diverse group of attorneys
and staff.
* Ability to multi-task, work independently with minimal
supervision, and work under pressure with high quality results.
* Possess a working knowledge of docket software applications.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Education and/or Experience:

* High school degree or equivalent. College degree or equivalent
specialized training (e.g., paralegal studies) beneficial.
* Minimum of four (4) years of progressive Intellectual Property
experience.
* Demonstrated experience with and strong understanding of
domestic/foreign patent matters.