IP&T Docket Specialist (Patent)

Posted on October 15, 2025

The Firm is currently recruiting for an IP&T Docket Specialist, Patent Docket.

Responsibilities

• Docket incoming postal and electronic foreign and domestic patent mail from the USPTO and foreign associates.
• De-docket action items from the docket system.
• Update critical information in the patent docketing database daily as indicated by attorney, paralegal and legal administrative assistant instructions.
• Create new patent records within the docketing software system and resolve any discrepancies within the new business intake system and the docketing software system.
• Generate basic docket reports and queries as requested by attorneys, paralegals and legal administrative assistants.
• Handle all inquiries from attorneys, paralegals and legal administrative assistants in a timely and efficient manner.
• Assist with developing and documenting patent docketing business processes.
• Assist the IP&T Docket Manager, Patent Docket with special projects/requests as needed.
• Other duties as assigned to fully meet the requirements of the position.

Experience & Qualifications

• Experience utilizing intellectual property docketing software; experience using Inprotech highly desirable
• Minimum 2 years direct patent docketing experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite applications including Outlook, Excel and Word
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong working knowledge of domestic and international patent processes and laws as they pertain to docketing
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field, or equivalent experience

Salary
Chicago Only DOE: $75,000 - $90,000

Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability/Vet. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Dentons US, LLP, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call our Talent Acquisition Specialist at +1 314 259 5898 or contact us at dentonsusstaffrecruitment@dentons.com.