IP Docketing Specialist

Position Summary:Sughrue Mion, PLLC is seeking an Intellectual Property Docketing Specialist with a minimum of 2 years IP docketing experience. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently and as part of a team, have a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, and have strong communication, multi-tasking and proofreading skills. This position is work from home with the exception that the applicant must be able to visit the Washington, DC office for occasional in-person training days.Essential Functions:Enter and maintain all due dates and reminder dates as appropriate into the Firm's computerized docket database in strict adherence to established policies and procedure including:Review incoming USPTO mail and client mail (including U.S. Mail, e-mail, courier packages, faxes) to determine due dates or reminder dates to be entered into the Firm's computerized docketing database;Entry of all due dates and reminder dates as appropriate into the Firm's computerized docketing database;Creating new domestic and foreign patent and trademark application records including entry of case information and pertinent deadlines into the Firm's computerized docketing database;Assist with quality review of docketing and new cases generated and created within the department;Review EFS/TEAS daily filing receipts and paper filings and update the Firm's computerized docketing database accordingly;Generate and timely post various daily docket reports;Maintain accuracy and productivity standards as set by the Docketing Department Manager;Maintain working knowledge of current USPTO rules and procedures;Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Docketing Department Manager.Job Requirements:High school diploma required. Additional secretarial, business or technical training helpful.Minimum of 2 years of IP docketing experience using a computerized docketing system.Prior law firm experience preferred.Knowledge of procedures and practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office; Foreign docketing experience preferred but not required.Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)Typing at least 45 wpmSkills:Excellent writing, organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.Strong proofreading skills.Ability to work well under pressure and adjust quickly to changing priorities while maintaining a high level of productivity.Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with others.Ability to exercise sound judgment.Ability to manage time and resources in order to meet deadlines.The ability to be flexible since this position may require more than 37.5 hours per week as necessary to perform the essential duties.

Created: 2026-05-08