Intellectual Property Administrator
Job Description
Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with offices in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia that represents clients in litigation and arbitration, regulatory and policy, intellectual property, and transactional and corporate matters. The firm is internationally recognized for its representation of Fortune 500 companies in high-stakes litigation and government-facing matters, as well as its ongoing commitment to pro bono service and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The Intellectual Property (IP) Administrator provides strategic management support to ensure that the IP practice functions in a consistent and productive manner and is responsive and proactive in identifying needs related to the practice and its role in the overall firm operations. The Administrator works closely with IP Partners and firm management to identify, implement, and enforce policies and procedures; implement strategic solutions; and provide direct management of staff and delegation of projects and duties to IP support managers and staff.
** Job Responsibilities**
Qualifications
** Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of how to prepare and review work in order to supervise others related to domestic and international patent, trademark and inter-partes matters in all areas of IP prosecution.
Demonstrated knowledge of how to implement effective IP prosecution workflows related to the use of accounting systems, docketing systems (FoundationIP), software applications (e.g. MS Office Suite), and Document Management Systems.
Extensive knowledge of USPTO and international rules, practices, procedures, and products, including e-filing, Patent Center, and TSDR. In-depth knowledge of IP Docketing procedures and software, including at least FoundationIP.
Demonstrated ability to communicate persuasively, both orally (in person and in group settings) and in writing, on a prepared and extemporaneous basis with partners, other firm management, staff, and clients.
Ability to provide quality client service to both internal and external clients and to address administrative issues with legal matters. Ability to use considerable tact, discretion, and persuasion in gaining the consensus and cooperation of others.
Demonstrated innovative skills, with a growth mindset, strong organizational and time management skills, and current knowledge of industry best practices.
Ability to appropriately complete and delegate work to others to meet deadlines, goals and objectives, develop skills and knowledge of others, and build capacity and productivity of unit.
Ability to complete and lead others in the development of new initiatives and/or completion of small to large-scale projects in a timely manner.
Ability to motivate others and build effective, cooperative, work teams.
Ability to manage subordinate supervisors in a complex work environment to develop a cohesive, effective work unit and effectively supervise others, including hiring, training, assigning work, managing performance, counseling, disciplining and terminating.
Ability to research new ideas, develop creative solutions in areas where little guidance is available, integrate competing views or approaches into a successful strategy or broad plan.
Ability to represent the firm with honesty, integrity, and professionalism, consistently acting in an ethical manner.
Knowledge of standard accounting and/or budgeting principles and the ability to monitor and manage budgets within established limits, analyze financial data, and draw accurate conclusions.
Reliability, dependability, and flexibility regarding work schedule are required.
Ability to proficiently use Windows-based software applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and document management systems (i.e., iManage, Sharepoint, NetDocuments)
** Education**
The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree.
Experience
The position requires a minimum of seven to ten (7-10) years of experience in trademark and, ideally, patent prosecution.
The position requires three to five (3-5) years of managerial/supervisory experience in IP management, with overall supervisory responsibility for management and operation of a large IP Department within an IP law firm, or an IP practice within a general practice law firm.
Additional Information
Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package which includes progressive options such as backup child care, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.