[Remote] Docketing & Portfolio Clerk - Patent
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Ballard Spahr is a nationally recognized law firm with more than 750 lawyers across 19 offices in the United States. The IP Docketing & Portfolio Clerk plays a critical role in supporting the firm's patent practice through accurate and timely docket management, assisting with new intakes, and managing the patent annuities portfolio workflow. Responsibilities Maintain deadlines in a tracking system to ensure timely follow-ups and responses Prepare docket reports for attorneys, clients, and the patent group Save, organize, and maintain electronic files in document management system in accordance with department protocols Monitor and manage maintenance fee deadlines for large-scale domestic and international patent annuity portfolios Maintain and update the firm's electronic docketing system with accurate annuity payment dates, receipts, and official communications Skills A high school diploma or equivalent is required Candidates should have prior experience in IP docketing Candidates should have experience managing annuities portfolios Candidates should be proficient in IP docketing software (e.g., IP Manager) Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Excel Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Word Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Outlook Previous experience in a law firm or legal environment is preferred Company Overview Responsiveness counts. That's what clients tell us, and that's what we're known for. It was founded in 1886, and is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is