Martha Rocha

Managed a high-volume, comprehensive U.S and International trademark docket, including prosecution, maintenance, and enforcement for trademarks worldwide. Led all trademark portfolio takeovers, solely conducting independent, detailed audits to reconcile deadlines, filings, data accuracy, and historical records for new incoming clients. Applied strong working knowledge of trademark law to make informed docketing decisions and maintain the integrity of the firm's trademark database.

Senior Specialist, Docketing - NORTON ROSE FULBRIGHT US LLP - Austin, TX

(2014-06 - 2026-07)

• Managed a high-volume, comprehensive U.S and International trademark docket, including prosecution, maintenance, and enforcement for trademarks worldwide.
• Led all trademark portfolio takeovers, solely conducting independent, detailed audits to reconcile deadlines, filings, data accuracy, and historical records for new incoming clients.
• Applied strong working knowledge of trademark law to make informed docketing decisions and maintain the integrity of the firm's trademark database.
• Supported the London, United Kingdom office with their docketing needs.
• Trained new and existing trademark docketers on firm procedures, standards, and best-practice docketing standards, strengthening team compliance.
• Served as the primary resource for questions related to trademark processes, legal requirements, and workflow navigation within the docketing system.
• Provided ongoing feedback and quality oversight to ensure accuracy, reduce risk, and maintain handling of trademark matters.
• Conducted second-level reviews and cross-checks of docketing entries to verify deadlines, statuses, ownership details, and filing information.
• Supported colleagues in troubleshooting workflow issues and ensuring proper processing of sensitive trademark actions.
• Communicated daily with partners, associates, paralegals and other timekeepers regarding docketing matters, deadlines, and portfolio updates.
• Executed direct attorney instructions related to filings, deadlines, and reporting with precision and reliability.
• Provided timely updates, reports, and clarifications to support attorney workflow and client needs.
• Recognized as a trusted point of contact for trademark-related questions from partners, attorneys, paralegals, and staff.
• Maintained deep knowledge of trademark law, including prosecution, enforcements across domestic and foreign jurisdictions. Applied this expertise to docketing decisions, takeover audits, training, and workflow oversight.
• Supported the accuracy and integrity of the trademark docket, contributing to risk management and high-quality client service.
• Prepared and generated docket reports for all timekeepers – including tasks outside formal job scope – to support case management and improve attorney visibility.
• Monitored deadlines and ensured attorneys received critical information promptly.
• Contributed to overall workflow efficiency by taking ownership of reporting, communication, and operational support tasks.

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Patent & Trademark Paralegal - Ray Galasso - Austin, TX

(2001 - 2013)

Flatonia High School (1983-05)