Docketing Analyst (Trademark)

Location: Houston, United States

Hiring salary range: $70,000–$110,000 per year

Company

hirify.global is a law firm focused on intellectual property and other legal services.

What you will do

• Maintain assigned domestic and international trademark, patent, and inter-partes docket portfolios, including complex and high-visibility matters.
• Read, sort, distribute, and accurately docket documents received from the USPTO, foreign government agencies, and foreign associates.
• Monitor daily docket clearance, workflow, filing logs, deadlines, and the electronic global docket calendar.
• Maintain docket databases, reports, client and legal documents in PATTSY, and electronic files through the IP Management System and iManage integration.
• Respond to complex docket-related questions and collaborate with IP attorneys, staff, clients, and Docket team members while maintaining confidentiality.
• Lead audits and mass data updates, including US pair inconsistency, bibliographic, PTO formalities, and mass bibliographic data audits.

Requirements

• At least five years of progressive intellectual property docketing experience focused on trademarks.
• Strong experience with domestic and foreign trademark and TTAB matters.
• In-depth knowledge of US and international trademark law and its application to docket actions.
• Strong knowledge of docketing software, excellent proofreading skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to analyze complex data issues, identify audit discrepancies, manage high volumes with accuracy, and work under pressure.
• High school diploma or equivalent; a college degree or specialized training such as paralegal studies is beneficial.

Culture & Benefits

• Support for employee development and advancement.
• Emphasis on inclusion and innovation.
• Work with a diverse group of attorneys and staff across IP and HSIP practice groups.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.