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IP Docketing Specialist

$27 - $59 per hour

LHH

IP Docketing Specialist

Recruiter: LHH

Location: Los Angeles, California

Pay: $27 - $59 / Hour

Contract: Permanent

IP Docketing Specialist (Patent Prosecution)

Confidential Law Firm | Hybrid/Remote Direct Hire | California: $27-$55/hr | Illinois: $29-$59/hr

LHH is recruiting on behalf of a confidential law firm seeking an IP Docketing Specialist to support a sophisticated patent prosecution practice. This role is responsible for managing U.S. and foreign patent prosecution deadlines, maintaining docket records, and supporting attorneys and legal professionals in a fast-paced intellectual property environment.

Responsibilities
  • Review patent-related correspondence, filings, and communications to identify and calculate critical deadlines.
  • Maintain and update patent prosecution dockets and calendaring systems.
  • Monitor daily docket activity and follow up on upcoming deadlines.
  • Prepare docket reports for attorneys and legal staff.
  • Update docket records based on attorney instructions and client communications.
  • Assist with quality control and accuracy of docket entries.
  • Review USPTO filing receipts and related documentation.
Qualifications
  • Minimum 3 years of U.S. and/or foreign patent prosecution docketing experience.
  • Strong knowledge of USPTO procedures and patent prosecution practices.
  • Experience with patent docketing systems such as CPI, Inprotech, Foundation IP, or similar platforms.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently while managing multiple deadlines with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Stable employment history preferred.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
  • Flexible hybrid/remote work arrangement with occasional office visits as needed.
  • Opportunity to support a sophisticated intellectual property practice.
  • Exposure to both U.S. and international patent prosecution matters.
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Long-term growth opportunity within a nationally recognized law firm environment.

Pay Transparency Notice: California compensation range is $27-$55 per hour. Illinois compensation range is $29-$59 per hour. Actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, skills, and location.

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Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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