IP Docketing Manager

Troutman Pepper

IP Docketing Manager leading docketing function across multiple practice areas in a legal firm. Managing the IP docketing team, ensuring accuracy and compliance with firm policies.

Posted 5/20/2026full-timeAtlanta • Illinois, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $130,000 - $185,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage docketing staff by assigning work, monitoring workload, setting team priorities, and supporting the development and upskilling of docketing professionals.
Recruit and onboard new team members; provide ongoing training; approve timecards and leave requests; coordinate backup coverage; conduct performance reviews; and work with HR to address personnel matters.
Design and lead audit initiatives by delegating audit tasks, reviewing results, identifying gaps, and driving corrective actions.
Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of docketing activities across the team.
Generate, review, and interpret metrics reports (e.g., volume, turnaround times, past-due items, error rates); identify trends; and present key findings and risks to leadership.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum five (5) years of progressive Intellectual Property management experience overseeing a team of docketing professionals.
Experience working with database file management systems, such as iManage.
Prior experience in a law firm environment.
Proficiency in project management and change management methodologies.
Proficiency in IP Management Systems, such as Anaqua and CPI.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development opportunities
Health insurance
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements

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Hard Skills & Tools

docketing managementaudit initiativesmetrics reportingdatabase file managementproject managementchange managementIP management systemsMicrosoft OfficeiManageAnaqua

Soft Skills

leadershipteam managementtraining and developmentperformance evaluationcommunicationproblem-solvingorganizational skillsprioritizationsupporting developmentaddressing personnel matters