Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Fredrikson & Byron, P.A.
Job overview
The IP Docketing Administrator role supports the Intellectual Property group by managing patent and trademark docketing to ensure accurate tracking of deadlines and legal compliance.
Responsibilities and impact
The candidate will docket patent prosecution deadlines, review legal documents from patent offices, maintain and audit docket records, monitor due dates, distribute reports, assist with file transfers, and perform related administrative duties.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers an hourly wage of $30-$37 depending on location and experience, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, parental leave, retirement plans including 401(k) with profit-sharing, and other employee resource benefits.
Experience and skills
Candidates need at least three years of IP docketing experience in a law firm or corporation, strong organizational skills, familiarity with patent office systems, proficiency with docketing software like CPI, excellent attention to detail, proofreading, and communication skills.
Work environment and culture
Fredrikson & Byron values inclusion, diversity, collaboration, and entrepreneurial thinking, providing a supportive environment with a focus on business acumen and client service.
Company information
Fredrikson & Byron is a Midwest-based law firm with over 400 attorneys serving clients regionally and globally through multiple offices, known for integrating legal expertise with business strategy.
Job location and travel
The position is remote but associated with the firm's locations including Minneapolis and other cities in the Midwest and internationally.
Application process
Applicants must apply online through the firm's career page with a cover letter and resume; no search firm submissions are accepted; assistance is available via recruiting email.
Unique job features
The role involves specialized support in intellectual property law with access to established legal docketing systems and the opportunity to work in a premier law firm with a global presence.
Company overview
Fredrikson & Byron, P.A. is a full-service law firm headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with additional offices in key locations such as Des Moines, Fargo, and Bismarck. The firm provides legal services across various practice areas including corporate law, intellectual property, litigation, and real estate, serving clients ranging from startups to multinational corporations. Founded in 1948, Fredrikson & Byron has built a reputation for its client-centric approach and deep industry expertise, particularly in sectors like healthcare, banking, and renewable energy. The firm generates revenue through hourly billing, fixed fees, and contingency arrangements, ensuring flexible solutions tailored to client needs.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience with patent and trademark law, specifically highlighting your proficiency in docketing deadlines for US and foreign patent applications and familiarity with USPTO and international patent offices.
Highlight your organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage large volumes of action items accurately, as well as your experience with docketing software like CPI or similar systems.
Apply through multiple channels, including Fredrikson & Byron's corporate careers page at fredlaw.com and LinkedIn, to maximize your application visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with members of Fredrikson & Byron's Intellectual Property group or patent department; use ice breakers such as complimenting their firm’s reputation as a premier Midwest law firm or asking about their experience working with international patent docketing deadlines.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'IP docketing,' 'patent prosecution,' 'USPTO,' 'CPI docketing software,' 'deadline management,' and 'international patent filings' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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