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Akerman

IP Docketing Manager

Orlando, FL · On-site

IP Docketing Manager Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the nation's premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers across the United States. Akerman is seeking an IP Docketing Manager.

Akerman

IP Docketing Manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

IP Docketing Manager Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the nation's premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers across the United States. Akerman is seeking an IP Docketing Manager.

Akerman

IP Docketing Manager

West Palm Beach, FL · On-site

IP Docketing Manager Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the nation's premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers across the United States. Akerman is seeking an IP Docketing Manager.

Akerman

IP Docketing Manager

Orlando, FL · On-site

The IP Docketing Manager will lead and oversee the Firm's intellectual property docketing function across U.S. and foreign patent and trademark matters. This role combines deep technical IP knowledge ...

Akerman

IP Docketing Manager

Orlando, FL · On-site

The IP Docketing Manager will lead and oversee the Firm's intellectual property docketing function across U.S. and foreign patent and trademark matters. This role combines deep technical IP knowledge ...

Akerman

IP Docketing Manager

Manhattan, NY

$140K - $165K/yr

The IP Docketing Manager will lead and oversee the Firm's intellectual property docketing function across U.S. and foreign patent and trademark matters. This role combines deep technical IP knowledge ...

Akerman

IP Docketing Manager

Chicago, IL

$140K - $165K/yr

The IP Docketing Manager will lead and oversee the Firm's intellectual property docketing function across U.S. and foreign patent and trademark matters. This role combines deep technical IP knowledge ...

Akerman

IP Docketing Manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

The IP Docketing Manager will lead and oversee the Firm's intellectual property docketing function across U.S. and foreign patent and trademark matters. This role combines deep technical IP knowledge ...

Akerman

IP Docketing Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$140K - $165K/yr

IP Docketing Manager Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the nation's premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers across the United States. Akerman is seeking an IP Docketing Manager.

Akerman

IP Docketing Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$140K - $165K/yr

IP Docketing Manager Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the nation's premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers across the United States. Akerman is seeking an IP Docketing Manager.

Akerman

IP Docketing Manager

West Palm Beach, FL · On-site

The IP Docketing Manager will lead and oversee the Firm's intellectual property docketing function across U.S. and foreign patent and trademark matters. This role combines deep technical IP knowledge ...

Akerman

IP Docketing Manager

Miami, FL · On-site

The IP Docketing Manager will lead and oversee the Firm's intellectual property docketing function across U.S. and foreign patent and trademark matters. This role combines deep technical IP knowledge ...

Akerman

IP Docketing Manager

Miami, FL · On-site

IP Docketing Manager Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the nation's premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers across the United States. Akerman is seeking an IP Docketing Manager.

Akerman

IP Docketing Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$140K - $165K/yr

The IP Docketing Manager will lead and oversee the Firm's intellectual property docketing function across U.S. and foreign patent and trademark matters. This role combines deep technical IP knowledge ...

Akerman

IP Docketing Manager

West Palm Beach, FL

The IP Docketing Manager will lead and oversee the Firm's intellectual property docketing function across U.S. and foreign patent and trademark matters. This role combines deep technical IP knowledge ...

Akerman

IP Docketing Manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

The IP Docketing Manager will lead and oversee the Firm's intellectual property docketing function across U.S. and foreign patent and trademark matters. This role combines deep technical IP knowledge ...

Akerman

IP Docketing Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$140K - $165K/yr

The IP Docketing Manager will lead and oversee the Firm's intellectual property docketing function across U.S. and foreign patent and trademark matters. This role combines deep technical IP knowledge ...

Akerman

IP Docketing Manager

Miami, FL · On-site

The IP Docketing Manager will lead and oversee the Firm's intellectual property docketing function across U.S. and foreign patent and trademark matters. This role combines deep technical IP knowledge ...

Troutman Pepper

IP Docketing Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

The IP Docketing Manager ensures the accuracy, timeliness, and consistency of all docketing activities in support of attorneys, paralegals, and clients, while maintaining strict adherence to firm ...

Troutman Pepper

IP Docketing Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

The IP Docketing Manager ensures the accuracy, timeliness, and consistency of all docketing activities in support of attorneys, paralegals, and clients, while maintaining strict adherence to firm ...

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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for seasonal ip docketing manager in the United States is $119,876.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $95,500.00 and $140,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Seasonal Ip Docketing Manager vs Patent Paralegal?

AspectSeasonal Ip Docketing ManagerPatent Paralegal
CredentialsTypically requires IP or legal certifications, docketing experienceLegal or patent paralegal certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentIntellectual property firms, corporate legal departmentsLaw firms, corporate legal teams, patent offices
Industry UsagePrimarily in IP and patent law sectorsIn patent law, often supporting attorneys and agents
Job FocusManaging patent/IP docket schedules, deadlines, and filingsPreparing patent documents, assisting with filings, legal research

While both roles support patent processes, the Seasonal Ip Docketing Manager focuses on managing docket schedules and deadlines, whereas the Patent Paralegal handles document preparation and legal support tasks. The roles often overlap in IP firms but differ in daily responsibilities and scope.

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IP Docketing Manager

Akerman

Orlando, FL • On-site

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Job description

IP Docketing Manager

Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the nation's premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers across the United States.

Akerman is seeking an IP Docketing Manager. The IP Docketing Manager will lead and oversee the Firm's intellectual property docketing function across U.S. and foreign patent and trademark matters. This role combines deep technical IP knowledge with people leadership, systems ownership, and process improvement. The IP Docketing Manager serves as a trusted resource to attorneys, paralegals, and firm leadership while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence in a deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, and evaluate IP docketing professionals across experience levels; set performance expectations and support ongoing development and cross-training
  • Allocate workloads, manage coverage, and ensure deadlines, service levels, and quality standards are consistently met
  • Oversee all U.S. and foreign patent and trademark docketing workflows, including PCT, EPO, and WIPO matters
  • Ensure accurate docketing of incoming correspondence, filings, and deadlines, resolving discrepancies and complex rule-based issues
  • Serve as system owner for IP management systems (e.g., CPI, PATTSY, Anaqua, Foundation IP), ensuring data integrity, rules accuracy, and optimal configuration
  • Support IPMS conversions, upgrades, and implementations, including data migration, testing, and change management
  • Develop, document, and enforce docketing policies, SOPs, and productivity standards
  • Establish and manage quality assurance and audit processes to proactively identify and mitigate risk
  • Define, track, and report KPIs; prepare standard and ad-hoc reports and dashboards for attorneys and leadership
  • Act as a subject-matter expert and advisor to attorneys and staff, clearly communicating docketing standards, procedures, and system changes
  • Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, vendors, IT, and practice leadership to improve workflows, training, and service delivery
  • Participate in special projects requiring docketing expertise, historical knowledge, and analytical insight

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 7+ years of intellectual property docketing experience covering U.S. and foreign patent and trademark matters in a law firm environment
  • 3+ years of experience leading or supervising an IP docketing team
  • Expert knowledge of U.S. patent rules, PCT procedures, EPO guidelines, and major foreign filing requirements
  • Hands-on experience administering IP management systems, including configuration, rulesets, and data integrity
  • Strong experience with CPI and FIP required
  • Demonstrated ability to design, document, and enforce docketing policies, SOPs, and productivity standards
  • Advanced Excel skills with the ability to create reports, dashboards, and performance metrics
  • Familiarity with document management systems (iManage or NetDocuments), financial systems (Elite 3E or Aderant), and Intapp Open preferred
  • Proven ability to lead change, train teams, and communicate effectively with attorneys, paralegals, and staff
  • High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage risk in a deadline-driven environment

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Please submit your resume and salary requirements. EOE

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