Docketing Specialist

Norton Rose Fulbright

Docketing Specialist supporting Intellectual Property practice with docketing system and deadline management at global law firm. Requires strong organizational skills and a detail-oriented approach.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in US and foreign trademark docketing, with a strong focus on maintaining accurate records and monitoring deadlines. Proficient in utilizing docketing software and MS Office products to support effective communication and customer service.

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US And Foreign Trademark DocketingDocketing Software ApplicationsMS Office ProficiencyExcellent Verbal And Written CommunicationCustomer Service Orientation

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Hard Skills

Database ManagementDocketingRecord CreationDeadline MonitoringFile AuditingIssue InvestigationAttention To Detail

Soft Skills

Relationship CultivationFollow-Up Skills

Industry Keywords

Intellectual Property RulesProsecution MailOpposition MattersInterference MattersAppellate Matters

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Creating records within the database, docketing or calendaring of due dates, and de-docketing or removing due dates when appropriate
Cultivating relationships and following up with attorneys and/or paralegals regarding actions due, and other related tasks
Docketing and reviewing all US and foreign prosecution mail, as well as opposition, interference and/or appellate matters
Monitoring and updating attorney dockets daily, with strong attention to approaching deadlines
Intake and auditing of transfer files
Maintain knowledge of latest IP rules, both domestic and foreign
Investigate and troubleshoot issues or questions pertaining to docketing
Other duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 5 years of professional experience
Bachelor’s degree, preferred. In lieu of a degree, minimum 9 years of professional experience required
Experience with US and foreign trademark docketing required
Knowledge of docketing software applications a plus
College degree or equivalent preferred
Proficient in MS Office products, including Excel and Word
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Customer service-oriented.

Benefits

Comp & perks

access to three medical insurance plans
dental insurance
vision insurance
life insurance
disability insurance
pre-tax benefits such as health savings and flexible spending accounts
participation in a 401(k) savings plan
profit-sharing plans if eligible
fertility benefits designed to support fertility and family-forming journeys
commuter benefits where applicable
student loan assistance refinancing options
competitive paid time off plan, which provides a minimum of 20 days off
generous paid maternity leave
paid paternity leave benefit allowing parents to take a minimum of 14 weeks of paid leave
child care support through a back-up care program
11 Firm holidays