What are the responsibilities and job description for the IP Transfer Analyst position at Foley & Lardner LLP?
Overview
The IP Transfer Analyst will assist the IP Transfer Team with reviewing and processing new intellectual property files in accordance with the IP file transfer procedures to ensure accurate and timely processing of incoming client files to the Intellectual Property Department. The IP Transfer Analyst will perform file audits to assess current prosecution status and upcoming due dates, and assist the Docketing Department with entering file data and due dates into the IP Transfer Database and Docket system. The Analyst will have a strong knowledge of IP prosecution and an understanding of the firm's overall client/matter intake, records management policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Audit new IP files for current status, upcoming due dates and next action due; and assist docket team with inputting file data into the Foley IP Transfer Database and Foley docket system
- Assist IP Transfer team and Loss Prevention Department to review discrepancy and inventory reports to verify data is accurate
- Monitor docket as needed to complete file transfer actions timely
- Provide assistance to other Foley offices with the above-referenced duties, including travel to other offices
- Keep the IP Transfer team and all attorneys affected by the transfer project apprised of new developments in the file transfer
- Perform other duties as needed to support the IP Transfer team
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree or technical training beyond high school is preferred
- Minimum three (3) years of U.S. and foreign patent and/or trademark IP experience required
- Proficiency with U.S. and foreign patent and trademark office websites and the ability to research and locate data
- Advanced paralegal, formalities and IP docket experience and working knowledge of billing and records software
