> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4275178-specialist-docketing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4275178-specialist-docketing). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Specialist, Docketing - **Company:** NRF, INC. - **Location:** Houston, TX, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Software Applications, Databases - **Published:** October 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/specialist-docketing-houston-tx--f688e5f6-869f-4817-8abe-9a1594756f1b ## About the Role Legal, Organizational Culture, Business Services, Docketing System, Administrative Skills, Organizational Skills, Multitasking, Intellectual Property (IP), Systems Administration/Management, Detail Oriented, * Minimum 5 years of professional experience * Bachelor's degree, preferred. In lieu of a degree, minimum 9 years of professional experience required * Experience with US and foreign trademark docketing required * Knowledge of docketing software applications a plus * College degree or equivalent preferred * Proficient in MS Office products, including Excel and Word * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Customer service-oriented ## Description Norton Rose Fulbright is hiring a Docketing Specialist to support our Intellectual Property practice. This position plays a vital role in maintaining the firm's docketing system, managing critical deadlines, and supporting attorneys through a broad range of administrative and docketing functions. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities while working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. This position is ideally located in Austin, Dallas, Houston, or San Antonio, Texas. We offer a hybrid working policy which requires being in the office on an as needed basis. It is expected that this position may work remotely, unless requested to come into the office by their supervisor. This is a non-exempt position and eligible for overtime pay when appropriate. Overtime and flexibility in schedule may be required from time to time. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to * Creating records within the database, docketing or calendaring of due dates, and de-docketing or removing due dates when appropriate * Cultivating relationships and following up with attorneys and/or paralegals regarding actions due, and other related tasks * Docketing and reviewing all US and foreign prosecution mail, as well as opposition, interference and/or appellate matters * Monitoring and updating attorney dockets daily, with strong attention to approaching deadlines * Intake and auditing of transfer files * Maintain knowledge of latest IP rules, both domestic and foreign * Investigate and troubleshoot issues or questions pertaining to docketing Other duties Please note this job description does not cover or contain all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.