Job Description
Alt Legal is seeking an experienced Trademark docketing specialist to join our newest division, Alt Legal Assist. Our value-driven docketing and paralegal service is designed to deliver high-quality legal assistance while empowering our team members to focus most of their efforts on substantive, interesting, and impactful tasks. Uniquely, as part of the Alt Legal Assist team, you will be an integral part of a core, growing team that plays a pivotal role in shaping this innovative service offering. You will collaborate closely with the team, allowing you to spend more time performing exceptional trademark docketing support. This is the perfect opportunity for a current trademark docketing specialist who is eager to step outside of the traditional role to join a collaborative environment where they’ll enjoy significant independence while delivering outstanding client service.
Note: You will NOT be giving legal advice and be only supporting legal professionals.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide docketing support for trademark prosecution and enforcement matters for matters being tracked in Alt Legal's software
- Create and update docket records; generate custom docket and audit reports.
- Collaborate with the team to develop and streamline workflow processes for efficiency.
- Assist with onboarding new clients to ensure seamless transitions; work with clients as needed to understand their specific docketing requirements for tracking matters within Alt Legal's software.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a trademark docketing specialist/paralegal role.
- Extensive knowledge of USPTO procedures and TMEP.
- Extensive knowledge of WIPO procedures and docketing.
- Familiarity with foreign trademark prosecution, including filings under the Madrid Protocol and direct national filings.
- Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Self-motivated with exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent research, writing, and communication skills (both oral and written).
- Ability to provide mentorship and guidance to team members while remaining open to feedback.
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Alt Legal is a customer-obsessed, forward-thinking company that believes great technology should simplify and empower. Our mission is to transform intellectual property management through intuitive automation and exceptional service. We’re proud to support over 1,000 global law firms and companies—and even more excited about the growth potential ahead of us.
We’re a collaborative, kind, and diverse team that thrives in open, inclusive, and positive environments. We believe that a variety of perspectives leads to better ideas and stronger outcomes. Founded on the values of innovation, simplicity, and support, we ensure that every team member can grow while making meaningful contributions. Alt Legal is LGBTQ+ friendly, and we enthusiastically encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.