IP Docketing Specialist

IP Docketing Specialist (Patent Prosecution)
Confidential Law Firm | Hybrid/Remote Direct Hire | California: $27-$55/hr | Illinois: $29-$59/hr
LHH is recruiting on behalf of a confidential law firm seeking an IP Docketing Specialist to support a sophisticated patent prosecution practice. This role is responsible for managing U.S. and foreign patent prosecution deadlines, maintaining docket records, and supporting attorneys and legal professionals in a fast-paced intellectual property environment.
Responsibilities

• Review patent-related correspondence, filings, and communications to identify and calculate critical deadlines.
• Maintain and update patent prosecution dockets and calendaring systems.
• Monitor daily docket activity and follow up on upcoming deadlines.
• Prepare docket reports for attorneys and legal staff.
• Update docket records based on attorney instructions and client communications.
• Assist with quality control and accuracy of docket entries.
• Review USPTO filing receipts and related documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of U.S. and/or foreign patent prosecution docketing experience.
• Strong knowledge of USPTO procedures and patent prosecution practices.
• Experience with patent docketing systems such as CPI, Inprotech, Foundation IP, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple deadlines with a high degree of accuracy.
• Stable employment history preferred.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Flexible hybrid/remote work arrangement with occasional office visits as needed.
• Opportunity to support a sophisticated intellectual property practice.
• Exposure to both U.S. and international patent prosecution matters.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Long-term growth opportunity within a nationally recognized law firm environment.

Pay Transparency Notice: California compensation range is $27-$55 per hour. Illinois compensation range is $29-$59 per hour. Actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, skills, and location.
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Pay Details: $27.00 to $59.00 per hour
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Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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