Intellectual Property Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Intellectual Property Associate in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will have 1 to 4 years of patent prosecution experience and a degree in electrical engineering. Preference is given to those with engineering work experience as an electrical engineer.

Duties

• Conduct patent prosecution and related legal tasks.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their intellectual property needs.
• Draft and review patent applications and related documents.
• Provide legal advice on patent-related matters.

Requirements

• 1 to 4 years of patent prosecution experience.
• Degree in electrical engineering.
• Engineering work experience preferred.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Firm-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Comprehensive medical/prescription drug coverage.
• 401(k) plan with various contribution options.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Free and confidential employee assistance program.
• Firm-paid back-up child/elder care and academic support.
• Tax-advantaged college savings 529 Plan.
• Employee discounts through Working Advantage.

This law firm was established over a century ago to provide a broad range of legal services. Their areas of practice include antitrust, immigration, real estate, healthcare, family law, business litigation, technology, energy, crisis management, and more. Their offices are located in New York, Washington DC, Connecticut, and Massachusetts.