IP Docketing Specialist

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a respected law firm to recruit a fully remote IP Docketing Specialist. This position is ideal for a detail oriented intellectual property professional with experience managing patent and trademark deadlines, maintaining docket accuracy, and supporting attorneys across domestic and international intellectual property matters. The role offers the opportunity to work with sophisticated IP portfolios while serving as a critical resource for patent and trademark prosecution activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update intellectual property docket records for patent, trademark, and related matters

• Review incoming correspondence from the United States Patent and Trademark Office, foreign intellectual property offices, foreign associates, and clients

• Calculate, calendar, and monitor critical deadlines for patent and trademark filings, responses, renewals, maintenance fees, and related actions

• Ensure accuracy of docket entries and verify deadlines in accordance with applicable rules and regulations

• Generate and distribute deadline reports and docket reminders to attorneys and legal staff

• Assist with patent and trademark prosecution workflow management

• Coordinate with attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and foreign associates regarding upcoming deadlines and required actions

• Review official notices and update docket records based on government communications

• Support new matter intake and transfer of intellectual property portfolios into docketing systems

• Research filing requirements and procedural rules for domestic and international intellectual property matters

• Maintain electronic records and ensure compliance with firm policies and client requirements

• Assist with audits, quality control reviews, and process improvement initiatives within the intellectual property department

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an IP Docketing Specialist, Patent Docketing Specialist, Trademark Docketing Specialist, or similar intellectual property position

• Strong knowledge of patent and trademark prosecution procedures and deadline management

• Experience working with intellectual property docketing software and document management systems

• Familiarity with United States Patent and Trademark Office procedures and intellectual property deadlines

• Understanding of domestic and international patent and trademark prosecution processes

• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage numerous deadlines simultaneously

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal technology platforms

• Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment while maintaining productivity and responsiveness

• Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential client information

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting large intellectual property portfolios involving patents, trademarks, or both

• Familiarity with docketing platforms such as CPI, Foundation IP, Anaqua, IP Manager, or similar systems

• Experience coordinating with foreign associates and international intellectual property offices

• Knowledge of patent maintenance requirements, trademark renewals, and prosecution reporting

• Ability to identify and resolve docket discrepancies proactively

• Strong quality control and analytical skills

This opportunity is well suited for an intellectual property professional seeking a fully remote position with a collaborative law firm. The role offers the chance to support innovative clients, complex patent and trademark portfolios, and a sophisticated intellectual property practice while playing a critical role in risk management and deadline compliance.

Salary: $65,000-85,000 per year

This posting is a representative sample of the types of roles we typically place with our clients.

Benefits:

Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the benefits may include PTO, medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan. Additionally, you may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Bonus eligibility and amount are based upon company and/or individual performance.

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