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Docketing Specialist

Location: El Segundo, CA

Job Type: contract

Company: IDR

Category: All Other

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IDR is seeking a IP Docketing Specialist & Legal Admin to join one of our top clients. This role is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to maintain and update the Intellectual Property Management System (IPMS) with all relevant foreign and domestic deadlines and filing dates for patents, trademarks, copyrights, and other IP-related matters. If you are looking for an opportunity to join a large/growing organization and work within an ever-growing team-oriented culture, please apply today!
 

Position Overview/Responsibilities for the IP Docketing Specialist & Legal Admin:
 

• Maintain and update the IP Management System (IPMS) with all relevant foreign and domestic deadlines and filing dates for patents, trademarks, copyrights, and other IP-related matters.

• Prepare, and/or support preparation of, administrative forms and paperwork associated with IP-related matters.

• Track and monitor all upcoming docketed IP deadlines, ensuring timely fulfillment of deadlines and submission of required documents.

• Facilitate compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and procedures related to IP Docketing Activities.

• Provide administrative support to IP Professionals, including preparing and submitting expense reports, scheduling travel, arranging meetings, and managing calendars.

Required Skills for IP Docketing Specialist & Legal Admin:
 

• Proficient in IP law and procedures, with strong understanding of USPTO, Madrid Protocol, and WIPO rules, deadlines, benefits, and procedural requirements.

• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal), capable of effectively interacting with members of the global legal and IP teams, stakeholders in the business, vendors, and external agents.

• Proficient in IP management software and databases, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.

• Minimum of 10 years experience as a docketing specialist (emphasis on foreign docketing) in intellectual property law, with a track record of increasing responsibility.

What’s in it for you?
 

• Competitive compensation package

• Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!

• Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization

• Close-knit and team-oriented culture

Why IDR?
 

• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets

• Employee Stock Ownership Program

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 11 years in a row

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.

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