Intellectual Property Docketing Manager

Are you an experienced IP docketing professional ready to take the next step in your career?

We're looking for a strategic and people-focused IP Docketing Manager to lead our team of talented docketing professionals.

This is a key leadership role within our Intellectual Property practice, ensuring operational accuracy, team development, and process efficiency.

What You'll Do: You'll oversee the day-to-day operations of our IP docketing function, managing workflows across U.S.

and international matters and implementing risk management strategies to protect critical deadlines.

In this role, you'll: * Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing docketing team * Oversee all aspects of the docketing system, ensuring accurate tracking of deadlines and filings * Collaborate with attorneys, staff, and external vendors to ensure compliance and efficiency * Champion process improvements and technology enhancements to streamline operations * Stay ahead of evolving IP rules and regulations to minimize risk * Work closely with leadership to align docketing strategies with firm priorities What We're Looking For: * At least 10 years of IP docketing experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory or management role * Deep understanding of U.S., foreign, and international patent and trademark docketing procedures * Proficiency with major docketing software (e.g., FoundationIP) and databases (e.g., TEAS, TSDR, WIPO) * A collaborative leadership style, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving * Bachelor's degree required; ABA-accredited paralegal certificate a plus Why Join Us?

* You'll be part of a collaborative and highly skilled IP team, contributing to the success of a leading law firm.

* Hybrid work environment with flexibility to balance office and remote work.

* Collaborative and supportive work environment, opportunities for continued growth, and a culture that values innovation, accountability, and teamwork.

* Competitive compensation.

This role typically pays $120,000-$160,000 depending on experience and certifications.

If your pay expectation is outside this range, we still encourage you to apply.

* Bonuses are awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance.

* Full-time employees can participate in our comprehensive benefit program includes: medical (HMO/PPO plans), dental (HMO/PPO plans), vision, including options for flexible spending accounts.

We have a great Employee Assistance Program and firm incentives for wellness program participation as well as an excellent 401k profit-sharing program and generous time off policy.

If you're looking to grow your IP career in a supportive, dynamic setting - we'd love to meet you.

Procopio is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals.

Procopio Rises Above and has made a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion; we condemn the discrimination of applicants by race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.