What are the responsibilities and job description for the IP File Clerk position at Dinsmore \u0026 Shohl LLP?
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Dinsmore is seeking an Intellectual Property File Clerk at our Cincinnati, OH location to support our patent and trademark teams. This position will be responsible for appraising and archiving case-related correspondence, routing information to appropriate parties, and tracking the status and location of files.
Responsibilities
- Review incoming correspondence from the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) and foreign associates for case-identifying information and match to the appropriate file (both hardcopy and electronic)
- Retrieve USPTO correspondence from the Patent Application Information Retrieval System (PAIR) and save electronic versions of incoming mail to iManage
- Route items and files to and from Docketing
- Maintain record of documents and files as they move between office locations
- Assist attorneys and staff members with locating physical files
Requirements
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proficient at communicating, both in-person and electronically, and collaborating with remote team members
- Exhibit adaptability to learn and consistently apply distinct procedures as established by both the firm and our clients
- Ability to distinguish time-sensitive correspondences, and prioritize the workload accordingly
- Sound computer skills are mandatory, and experience within a law firm is preferred
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