Records Clerk Intellectual Property

Michael J. Neff

**** ********** ******, *****, ** 10467

**************@*****.*** 917-***-**** www.linkedin.com/in/yourname

High-energy, detailed-oriented, and motivated IP Docketing Specialist with nearly 15 years of experience for a Fortune 500 company, skilled in Trademark and Intellectual Property law. Professional and articulate with the ability to work well in a diplomatic manner, utilizing a proficient, versatile demeanor in a diverse body of circumstances while effectively contributing to the expedient resolution of company challenges. Energetic with strong communication skills and the ability to demonstrate good judgment and creativity as well as experience in researching and mastering new techniques on strategies to improve the efficiency of docketing procedures.

Problem Solving – Proven ability to lead with outstanding skills (strong organization, problem-solving, analytical decision-making, proofreading, and reading comprehension skills). Creative/innovative solutions to challenges. Improve office administration processes for better performance and greater office efficiency.

Exceptional Interpersonal and Communication Skills – Proficient in legal office operations. Excellent verbal/written skills with the ability to work well under pressure and adjust quickly to changing priorities.

Work Ethic and Professionalism – Solid professional standards in confidentiality with regard to all case data. Passion for research – conducting searches via strong attention to detail and an excellent record of dependability.

Professional Experience

ViacomCBS New York, NY

Legal Docketing Clerk (sole) 2006 – 2020

Served as right-hand assistant/consultant in the research, preparation, and organization of materials for filing trademark applications with U.S. Trademark and foreign agencies. Achieved open communication with legal counsel. Developed a collaborative working environment fundamental to operational success.

Maximized key resources for the achievement of goals, including information databases and technology.

Monitored daily dockets, accurately entered data and scanned documents into docketing system, and prepared docketing reports for attorneys and paralegals. Received and processed docket-related correspondence (US and foreign intellectual property matters, electronic mailboxes, and countries).

Applied thorough knowledge and understanding of domestic and foreign patent prosecution procedures, terminology, and deadlines. Effective slashed costs by thousands of dollars by minimizing refilings.

Experienced to work inter-functionally and harmoniously with attorneys, paralegals, and other legal staff.

Documented in-house calendar databases. Maintained databases with the goal of receiving registration.

Completed a wide range of duties by always going above and beyond in delivering service excellence in conjunction with management needs. Experience in developing and maintaining client documents.

Guy Carpenter Incorporated Hoboken, NJ

Records Clerk 2000-2004

Assisted 250+ staff members in diversified aspects of operations. Oversaw all aspects of record retrieval/ update for Broker and Client Support Services Division of government regulating reinsurance company servicing government agencies, financial and educational institutions, the pharmaceutical industry, etc.

Performed a variety of office functions like setting up and updating files by receiving and referring calls, arranging meetings and conference calls, composing reports, and writing formal correspondence.

Experienced in the preparation of accurate employee expense reports for company financial records.

Handled assignments with the ability to work independently and as a team member – managing records.

Education

Herbert H. Lehman College – Bachelor of Arts (Coursework)

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