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Docket Clerk Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our trademark team within our Intellectual Property practice group. This position can be located in: Ann Arbor, MI; Bloomington, IN; Boston ...

Docket Clerk Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our trademark team within our Intellectual Property practice group. This position can be located in: Ann Arbor, MI; Bloomington, IN; Boston ...

Docket Clerk Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our trademark team within our Intellectual Property practice group. This position can be located in: Ann Arbor, MI; Bloomington, IN; Boston ...

Docket Clerk Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our trademark team within our Intellectual Property practice group. This position can be located in: Ann Arbor, MI; Bloomington, IN; Boston ...

Docket Clerk Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our trademark team within our Intellectual Property practice group. This position can be located in: Ann Arbor, MI; Bloomington, IN; Boston ...

Docket Clerk Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our trademark team within our Intellectual Property practice group. This position can be located in: Ann Arbor, MI; Bloomington, IN; Boston ...

Docket Clerk Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our trademark team within our Intellectual Property practice group. This position can be located in: Ann Arbor, MI; Bloomington, IN; Boston ...

Docket Clerk Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our trademark team within our Intellectual Property practice group. This position can be located in: Ann Arbor, MI; Bloomington, IN; Boston ...

Docket Clerk Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our trademark team within our Intellectual Property practice group. This position can be located in: Ann Arbor, MI; Bloomington, IN; Boston ...

Docket Clerk Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our trademark team within our Intellectual Property practice group. This position can be located in: Ann Arbor, MI; Bloomington, IN; Boston ...

Docket Clerk Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our trademark team within our Intellectual Property practice group. This position can be located in: Ann Arbor, MI; Bloomington, IN; Boston ...

Docket Clerk Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our trademark team within our Intellectual Property practice group. This position can be located in: Ann Arbor, MI; Bloomington, IN; Boston ...

Docket Clerk Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our trademark team within our Intellectual Property practice group. This position can be located in: Ann Arbor, MI; Bloomington, IN; Boston ...

Docket Clerk Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our trademark team within our Intellectual Property practice group. This position can be located in: Ann Arbor, MI; Bloomington, IN; Boston ...

Docket Clerk Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our trademark team within our Intellectual Property practice group. This position can be located in: Ann Arbor, MI; Bloomington, IN; Boston ...

Docket Clerk Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our trademark team within our Intellectual Property practice group. This position can be located in: Ann Arbor, MI; Bloomington, IN; Boston ...

Docket Clerk Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our trademark team within our Intellectual Property practice group. This position can be located in: Ann Arbor, MI; Bloomington, IN; Boston ...

Docket Clerk Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our trademark team within our Intellectual Property practice group. This position can be located in: Ann Arbor, MI; Bloomington, IN; Boston ...

Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our trademark team within our Intellectual Property practice group. This position can be located in: Ann Arbor, MI; Bloomington, IN; Boston, MA;

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What does a trademark clerk do?

A Trademark Clerk is responsible for supporting attorneys and trademark professionals in the process of registering, maintaining, and protecting trademarks. Their duties typically include preparing and filing trademark applications, monitoring deadlines, maintaining records, and corresponding with clients and government agencies. Trademark Clerks help ensure that all required documentation is accurate and submitted on time, assisting in the overall management of trademark portfolios. They play a key administrative role in helping organizations secure and defend their brand names and logos.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a trademark clerk?

To thrive as a Trademark Clerk, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of trademark laws, often supported by a paralegal certificate or relevant legal experience. Familiarity with trademark databases such as the USPTO’s TESS system and proficiency in case management software are typically required. Excellent written communication, time management, and the ability to work independently are standout soft skills in this role. These competencies are crucial to ensure precise documentation, timely filings, and effective support to legal teams in protecting clients’ intellectual property.

What are some common challenges faced by trademark clerks when managing multiple trademark applications simultaneously?

Trademark Clerks often handle a high volume of applications, each with its own deadlines and documentation requirements. Staying organized and prioritizing tasks is essential, as missing a deadline or submitting incomplete paperwork can delay or jeopardize a client's trademark protection. Clerks must also stay updated on changes in trademark laws and regulations, which can differ by jurisdiction. Effective communication with attorneys, clients, and government agencies is key to ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout the application process.
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Trademark Docket Clerk

Dinsmore & Shohl

Miami, FL • On-site

Other

PTO

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8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 35 rated law firms


Job description

Docket Clerk

Dinsmore is seeking a Docket Clerk to support our trademark team within our Intellectual Property practice group.

This position can be located in: Ann Arbor, MI; Bloomington, IN; Boston, MA; Charleston, WV; Chicago, IL; Cincinnati, OH; Columbus, OH; Dayton, OH; Houston, TX; Huntington, WV; Indianapolis, IN; Lexington, KY; Louisville, KY; Miami, FL; Morgantown, WV; Orlando, FL; Tampa, FL; Troy, MI; Wheeling, WV

Responsibilities

  • Review incoming correspondence from the PTO, foreign associates, and clients, as well as internal docketing requests, for newly-imposed deadlines and other docket updates to be entered into the system
  • Build and manipulate database queries to prepare and distribute docket reports
  • Interact with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative assistants to confirm data points and clarify docketing requests
  • Perform docket cleanup pursuant to firm protocol
  • Work with fellow docket clerks and the docketing manager to troubleshoot database discrepancies and identify opportunities for process improvements

Requirements

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Exhibit adaptability to learn and consistently apply distinct docketing procedures as established by both the firm and our clients
  • Ability to distinguish time-sensitive correspondences and prioritize the workload accordingly
  • Sound computer skills are mandatory and experience within a law firm is preferred
  • Knowledge and understanding of both domestic and foreign trademark procurement processes as well as experience with Anaqua is a plus

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