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We are seeking a Trademark Docket Specialist for our Minneapolis, Denver, or Salt Lake City office. In this role, you will support all aspects of U.S. and foreign trademark, copyright and domain name docketing across Dorsey s IP offices. Are you passionate about IP? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment with excellent attention to detail? Are you a problem-solver and a strong communicator? If so, we would appreciate hearing from you. In this role, you will: Accurately docket new trademark application filings, incoming office actions, formalities and any and all other correspondence related to the filing, prosecution, opposition and litigation of trademark, copyright, and domain name matters. Review and comprehend documents submitted or received from the USPTO, U.S. Copyright Office, international trademark offices, foreign agents, and domain name registrars to ensure all deadlines are identified and docketed in accordance with established practice procedures. Maintain accurate trademark docket records and respective matter information in the IP docket database; may include conducting periodic system audits. Monitor outstanding open due dates in IP docket database and follow up with attorneys and internal clients teams or advance due dates in accordance with existing country law and established practice procedures. Prepare, maintain, distribute and schedule various matter and docket reports to attorneys and internal client teams in accordance with established practice procedures. Create new docket records in the IP docket database. Assist with intake and transfer-outs, and respective auditing of all trademark transfer files; accurately update the IP docket database accordingly. Provide assistance with overflow docketing and/or coverage as needed. Assist docket staff, attorneys and support staff with other tasks as needed. Serve as senior resource for docket procedures and policies; may perform lead docket activities including training. Perform and delegate other tasks as necessary or as directed. About Dorsey: Dorsey & Whitney is an AmLaw 100 international law firm with more than 575 lawyers in 21 offices throughout the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia. We are a premier legal counselor to companies worldwide in a wide range of industries, including banking & financial institutions; development & infrastructure; energy & natural resources; food, beverage & agribusiness; healthcare & life sciences; and technology. Dorsey offers a competitive pay and benefits package including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; domestic partner benefits (for same-sex and opposite-sex domestic partners); a generous paid time off policy; retirement savings plan; profit sharing contribution; paid holidays; paid parental leave, paid volunteer day;adoption assistance; back-up child care program; well-being programs and activities; a 24/7 confidential employee assistance program; and more! (Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria). Dorsey values the strength that comes from a diverse and inclusive workplace. It contributes to the success of our people and our clients and enriches our experience. We believe that everyone should feel at home and part of our community. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. One of our greatest strengths is a friendly, cooperative culture that values and appreciates each individual. Dorsey has received external recognition for our welcoming workplace, including: - Mansfield Certification Plus (Diversity Lab) - Best Law Firms for Women (National Association of Female Executives and Flex-Time Lawyers) - 100% rating on the Corporate Equality Index (Human Rights Campaign) - Gold Standard Certification (Women in Law Empowerment Forum) - Top 100 Adoption-Friendly Workplace (Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption) Reasonable Accommodations: Dorsey is committed to providing disability and religious-based reasonable accommodations, as well as pregnancy or lacta ion-related reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process, or if you have questions about a workplace reasonable accommodation, please contact us at 612-492-5178. How to Apply: Dorsey & Whitney LLP accepts online applications. Please go to the Careers section of the Dorsey website at www.dorsey.com/staffjobs and complete Dorsey s online application form. We are unable to accept application materials by mail or email. Dorsey & Whitney LLP is an EEO/AAP/Disabled Vets Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status. Dorsey & Whitney LLP participates in E-Verify. Please note that Dorsey is not currently accepting search firm submissions in connection with this opening.