- Reviewing and processing of outgoing USPTO emails and electronic filings for accuracy and completeness;
- Reviewing and processing of all incoming USPTO mail received electronically daily and entering all necessary deadlines into database;
- Reviewing and processing of all incoming IP emails received daily and entering all necessary deadlines into database;
- Monitoring and updating information on all U.S./foreign case records/related docket entries in database;
- Assist with updating the docketing database with attorney responses;
- Maintaining current knowledge of IP rules and procedures, both domestic and foreign; and opening new records in the Foundation IP (FIP) docket management program; and
- Perform backup docketing duties when the Intellectual Property Docketing Manager is unavailable, which entails performing the critical (i.e., minimum required) docketing functions on those occasions.
- Must have a high school diploma (or equivalent)
- 5 years of IP docketing experience
- Patent, trademark, copyright, & TTAB docketing experience is preferred
- Strong customer service skills;
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment;
- Foundation IP docketing software experience is preferred but not required;
- Working knowledge of Microsoft products;
- Positive personality and strong interpersonal skills;
- File organization and maintenance;
- Ability to prioritize, multitask and meet deadlines;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Individual in this position will provide additional assistance and support as directed by their supervisor.
- This job description is subject to change at any time.
Saul Ewing fosters a people first environment and one of the ways this is displayed is through its generous benefits. The firm is committed to offering a wide range of benefits to its benefit eligible employees to achieve wellness in all aspects of life, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Generous paid time off
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses
- Paid leave options, including parental
- Saul Ewing University (learning and development programs taught by the firm’s training department)
- Family formation benefits
The pay for this position will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, education, external market data, internal equity, and other job-related factors. The anticipated pay range for this role is $70k to $90k.
Saul Ewing fosters a people first environment and one of the ways this is displayed is through its generous benefits. The firm is committed to offering a wide range of benefits to its benefit eligible employees to achieve wellness in all aspects of life, including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Health savings account (HSA)
Tuition reimbursement
Generous paid time off
401(k) retirement savings plan
Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses
Paid leave options, including parental
Saul Ewing University (learning and development programs taught by the firm’s training department)
Family formation benefits
Saul Ewing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, seek qualified applicants, and make personnel decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.