JANINE OLINARES
McKinney,TX
Summary
A strong commitment to leveraging acquired skills in a fast-paced and challenging work environment. Proven track record of dependability, hard work, and respect for colleagues. Quick-learning ability facilitates seamless adaptation to new tasks and processes. Consistently follows directions with precision and maintains a keen attention to detail, ensuring the delivery of high-quality results. Ready to contribute effectively and enhance team performance
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Docket Manager
Cardinal IP
11.2018 - Current
- Review and docket/de-docket all US, PCT and Foreign Associate correspondence
- Update internal case management system as well as client databases
- Docket IDS actions in related matters based on actions/search reports received, if necessary
- Respond to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information
- Maintain/create internal procedures
- Providing review and training for new employees
- Prepare reports as requested by clients
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes
IP Paralegal
Haynes and Boone, LLP
09.2016 - 11.2018
- Provided administrative support services for senior partners and firm associates
- Revised documents, organize travel arrangements, submit billable hours
- Remained highly organized and detail-oriented while working on several cases simultaneously
- Coordinated execution and legalization of US/Foreign formal documents
- Drafted and filed US/PCT documents
- Reviewed incoming actions/search reports to determine if IDS was required in related matters and if necessary, prepared and filed with USPTO
- Prepared cost estimates and requested reports for clients
- Corresponded with Foreign Associates to facilitate foreign filings
IP Paralegal/Supervising Docket Manager
Cardinal IP
05.2013 - 09.2016
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback
- Maintained operating schedules to provide effective coverage for all clients
- Provided review and training for new employees
- Created/maintained internal procedures
- Verification of US/Foreign docketing
- Maintained client dockets and filings in addition to supervisor role
- Drafted and filed US/PCT documents
- Prepared reports as requested by clients
- Corresponded with Foreign Associates to facilitate foreign filings
IP Paralegal/Team Lead
Black Hills IP
09.2010 - 05.2013
- Documented production levels to keep management informed
- Created and distributed reports to management regarding performance
- Maintained operating schedules to provide effective coverage for clients
- Verification of US/Foreign docketing
- Maintained client dockets and filings in addition to supervisor role
- Reviewed incoming actions/search reports to determine if IDS was required in related matters, if necessary, prepared and filed with USPTO
- Coordinated execution and legalization of US/Foreign formal documents
- Drafted and filed US/PCT documents
- Corresponded with Foreign Associates to facilitate foreign filings
Education
Bachelor of Science - Paralegal Studies
National American University
Rapid City, SD05.2012
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Western Dakota Technical Institute
Rapid City, SD05.2010
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Staff Training and Development
- Time Management
- Excellent attention to detail
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Global IP Estimator
- Foundation IP, IPPC, Pattsy, LeCorpio, IP Folio and CPI
- Worldox, iManage and Netdocs
- PCT Safe, myUSPTO, ePCT, WIPO, EPO and other public foreign sites
Timeline
Senior Docket Manager
Cardinal IP
11.2018 - Current
IP Paralegal
Haynes and Boone, LLP
09.2016 - 11.2018
IP Paralegal/Supervising Docket Manager
Cardinal IP
05.2013 - 09.2016
IP Paralegal/Team Lead
Black Hills IP
09.2010 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Paralegal Studies
National American University
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Western Dakota Technical Institute