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Patent Electrical Engineering Associate Attorney

Kansas City office of an AmLaw firm seeks patent associate attorney with experience. The candidate will draft and globally prosecute patent applications in electrical, computer science and business method fields. Will coordinate and correspondence with foreign law firms and associates to file foreign patent applications. Coordinate and correspondence with clients and investors for processing and legalization of formal documents for filing in foreign patent offices. Review country requirements and obtain Foreign Filing License where needed. Maintain client portfolio and provide client with estimates of costs for future filings and maintenance. Assist in the Firm's standardized procedures to enhance malpractice prevention. Conduct preliminary filings with the USPTO for new applications and renewals. Prepare and send notices to clients regarding upcoming deadlines. Correspond with foreign associates regarding filings, deadlines and billings. Anticipate attorney of client needs for specific projects. Delegate effectively and as appropriate with Paralegals or Legal Administrative Assistants. Design, recommend, and implement new processes and procedures to increase group efficiency. Special projects, as needed. Act as a liaison among various internal departments as well as with outside agencies. Meet billable hour requirement of 1650 per year for Patent Agent, 1750 per year for Associate. Performs other duties as assigned. Bachelor's degree, higher degree, or equivalent in Electrical Engineering. Registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office, or ability to qualify and domestic and international prosecution experience is preferred. Law firm or in-house intellectual property experience is preferred. Legal

The candidate should have excellent academic credentials and excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills are required. Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel is needed. Must have ability to work well under pressure, multi-task efficiently and be an independent thinker. Should have strong verbal and written communication skills. Must be self-motivated with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Must be highly professional with a strong customer service orientation, commitment to meeting deadlines, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Strong professional, independent thinking skills with strength in problem solving and the ability to offer constructive opinions and creative solutions are essential. Must be a team player who motivates and educates other team members. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the position.

This large Midwestern firm emphasizes integrity, good judgment, communication abilities, a high energy level and superior intellect. Associates with academic achievement, leadership, dedication, intellectual curiosity and entrepreneurial skills are highly valued. This firm has three departments: Corporate Law; Litigation; and Tax, Trusts & Estates. Although the attorneys are each members of one of these departments, they each also practice in strong industry-focused teams or practice groups, that, in many instances, cross department lines. While some associates express displeasure at the salaries, compensation is high for the minimum billable hours requirement.

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IP - Patent - Electrical Engineering, IP - Patent - Computer Science

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full-Time

1 2019-07-19 23:32:30

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Patent Mechanical Associate Attorney

Kansas City office of an AmLaw firm seeks patent associate attorney with 1-3 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution in the mechanical arts. The candidate will have willingness and desire to complement patent prosecution work with drafting and review of intellectual property and technology related agreements and licenses and assistance with due diligence. Should have Bachelor of Science or higher degree in mechanical engineering. Active Missouri or Minnesota law license is essential. USPTO registration is preferred. Experience in agreement work is a plus. Legal

The candidate should have exceptional academic performance and excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.

This large Midwestern firm emphasizes integrity, good judgment, communication abilities, a high energy level and superior intellect. Associates with academic achievement, leadership, dedication, intellectual curiosity and entrepreneurial skills are highly valued. This firm has three departments: Corporate Law; Litigation; and Tax, Trusts & Estates. Although the attorneys are each members of one of these departments, they each also practice in strong industry-focused teams or practice groups, that, in many instances, cross department lines. While some associates express displeasure at the salaries, compensation is high for the minimum billable hours requirement.

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IP - Patent - Mechanical

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full-Time

1 2019-07-29 22:52:17