Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:
A Minneapolis-based law firm with offices in nationwide is seeking a Patent Docket Specialist to support all aspects of U.S. and international patent docketing within its practice. This is a fast-paced, detail-oriented role ideal for someone with a passion for IP and strong organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Docket new patent filings, office actions, and correspondence accurately.
• Review documents from the USPTO, WIPO, and foreign agents to identify deadlines.
• Maintain accurate records and conduct periodic audits in the IP docketing system.
• Track and follow up on upcoming deadlines with attorneys and client teams.
• Generate and distribute regular docket reports.
• Assist with file intake, transfers, and related updates to the database.
• Support overflow docketing and collaborate with attorneys and support staff as needed.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong organizational, proofreading, and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle a high volume of detailed tasks independently.
• Effective communication skills with internal teams and clients.
• Basic computer proficiency and data entry skills.
• Experience navigating USPTO, WIPO, and other patent-related platforms.
• Willingness to work overtime when needed.

Preferred:

• 2+ years of patent docketing experience in a law firm.
• Familiarity with docketing systems, especially Foundation IP.
• Understanding of U.S. and international patent laws and procedures.

This is a fulltime, direct hire position based in Minneapolis, MN. Residence in MN, CO, AZ or UT is required. Job #5604JV