Goodwin Procter
IP Docketing Administrator
Goodwin Procter, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
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The IP Docketing Administrator support the IPTS Legal Practice Area within the Technology/Life Sciences Business Unit by docketing, filing and handling various IP prosecution matters. This position works closely with attorneys, paralegals and administrators to deliver cost effective, efficient work product for our clients.
What You Will Do:Reviews all incoming mail related to patent and/or trademark matters. Analyzes and calculates applicable deadlines and response dates. Enters deadlines and summary of same in respective CPI database.Forwards docketed matters to applicable attorney for appropriate response.Generates monthly, weekly and special docket or client reports for attorneys.Reviews daily/weekly docket for time sensitive response (final deadlines) and generates daily/weekly alerts.Ensures that docketing databases function at acceptable performance levels. Participates in trouble-shooting, data conversions and all aspects of system functions. Coordinates with IP Docketing Manager to ensure database functions meet the needs of the IPTS Legal Practice Area.Overall responsibility for the coordination and payment of patent annuities and maintenance fees. This will involve working directly with attorneys, clients and the annuity service provider.Assists other members of the Docketing staff as needed.Participates in IPTS groups or task forces, i.e. E-files initiative, IPTS Best Practices, etc. as directed by the IP Docketing Manager.Assumes additional responsibilities as requested by IP Docketing Manager.Who You Are:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.A minimum of 3 years of experience in an IP docketing environment.Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills and ability to communicate clearly, both written and verbal.Strong attention-to-detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.Sound judgment and ability to respect, protect and maintain highly confidential and sensitive information.Must work well in team environment and maintain a positive team atmosphere.Ability to use standard office software (MS Excel, Word, Outlook, Internet Search Engines, etc.) required.Strong experience with docketing software (CPI).
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Goodwin Procter LLP is an equal opportunity employer. This means that Goodwin Procter LLP considers applicants for employment, and makes employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Please note: Various agencies of the United States government require employers to collect information on applicants and employees. The National Association of Law Placement (NALP) and certain clients request us to keep track of certain aggregate information regarding lawyers. EEO information requested on this application is for purposes of compliance with these recordkeeping and reporting requirements and to determine recruiting and employment patterns. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment.
This position is eligible for overtime: Yes
Target Salary Range: Boston $70,800 - $106,200 | Los Angeles $70,800 - $106,200 | New York $75,000 - $112,500 | Philadelphia $66,500 - $99,800 | San Francisco $79,400 - $119,100 | Santa Monica $70,800 - $106,200 | Silicon Valley $79,400 - $119,100 | Washington DC $70,800 - $106,200
The IP Docketing Administrator support the IPTS Legal Practice Area within the Technology/Life Sciences Business Unit by docketing, filing and handling various IP prosecution matters. This position works closely with attorneys, paralegals and administrators to deliver cost effective, efficient work product for our clients.
What You Will Do:Reviews all incoming mail related to patent and/or trademark matters. Analyzes and calculates applicable deadlines and response dates. Enters deadlines and summary of same in respective CPI database.Forwards docketed matters to applicable attorney for appropriate response.Generates monthly, weekly and special docket or client reports for attorneys.Reviews daily/weekly docket for time sensitive response (final deadlines) and generates daily/weekly alerts.Ensures that docketing databases function at acceptable performance levels. Participates in trouble-shooting, data conversions and all aspects of system functions. Coordinates with IP Docketing Manager to ensure database functions meet the needs of the IPTS Legal Practice Area.Overall responsibility for the coordination and payment of patent annuities and maintenance fees. This will involve working directly with attorneys, clients and the annuity service provider.Assists other members of the Docketing staff as needed.Participates in IPTS groups or task forces, i.e. E-files initiative, IPTS Best Practices, etc. as directed by the IP Docketing Manager.Assumes additional responsibilities as requested by IP Docketing Manager.Who You Are:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.A minimum of 3 years of experience in an IP docketing environment.Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills and ability to communicate clearly, both written and verbal.Strong attention-to-detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.Sound judgment and ability to respect, protect and maintain highly confidential and sensitive information.Must work well in team environment and maintain a positive team atmosphere.Ability to use standard office software (MS Excel, Word, Outlook, Internet Search Engines, etc.) required.Strong experience with docketing software (CPI).
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Goodwin Procter LLP is an equal opportunity employer. This means that Goodwin Procter LLP considers applicants for employment, and makes employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Please note: Various agencies of the United States government require employers to collect information on applicants and employees. The National Association of Law Placement (NALP) and certain clients request us to keep track of certain aggregate information regarding lawyers. EEO information requested on this application is for purposes of compliance with these recordkeeping and reporting requirements and to determine recruiting and employment patterns. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment.
This position is eligible for overtime: Yes
Target Salary Range: Boston $70,800 - $106,200 | Los Angeles $70,800 - $106,200 | New York $75,000 - $112,500 | Philadelphia $66,500 - $99,800 | San Francisco $79,400 - $119,100 | Santa Monica $70,800 - $106,200 | Silicon Valley $79,400 - $119,100 | Washington DC $70,800 - $106,200