Intellectual Property Transfer Analyst

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The IP Transfer Analyst will assist the IP Transfer Team with reviewing and processing new intellectual property files in accordance with the IP file transfer procedures to ensure accurate and timely processing of incoming client files to the Intellectual Property Department. The IP Transfer Analyst will perform docket file audits to assess current prosecution status and upcoming due dates, and assist the Docketing Department with entering file data and due dates into the IP Transfer Database and Docket system. The Analyst will have a strong knowledge of IP prosecution, IP docketing and an understanding of the firm's overall client/matter intake, records management policies and procedures. 

• Assist with Foley docket system mapping and client file data imports, including verifying case bibliographic and priority relationships per public data
• Perform docket audits on new IP files for current status, upcoming due dates and next action due; and assist docket team with inputting file data into the Foley IP Transfer Database and Foley docket system
• Perform quality review of fellow Transfer Analyst audits to identify any necessary corrections, and to assist with ongoing training needs
• Assist IP Transfer team and Loss Prevention Department to review discrepancy and inventory reports to verify data is accurate   
• Use advanced knowledge of patent and trademark rules to ensure deadlines are properly docketed
• Monitor docket as needed to complete file transfer actions timely
• Keep the IP Transfer Team and all attorneys affected by the transfer project apprised of new developments in the file transfer
• Perform other duties as needed to support the IP Transfer Team
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree or technical training beyond high school is preferred
• Minimum three (3) years of U.S. and foreign patent and/or trademark IP experience required 
• Proficiency with U.S. and foreign patent and trademark office websites and the ability to research and locate data
• Advanced paralegal, formalities and IP docket experience and working knowledge of billing and records software #LI-Hybrid 

Pursuant to the Washington DC Pay Transparency Law, the salary range for this Washington DC based position is between $81,900 - $133,700.  These figures represent the full compensation range of this position. The actual offered amount will be determined based on the following factors: education, experience, geographic market, and internal pay equity at Foley.