Intellectual Property Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a junior Intellectual Property Associate to join its team in Raleigh, NC. This position offers a unique opportunity for a lateral associate to contribute to a growing team focused on intellectual property litigation, trademarks, and patents.

Duties

• Assist in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Support trademark and licensing matters.
• Collaborate with team members on various intellectual property cases.

Requirements

• One to two years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Admitted in good standing to a state Bar, preferably in NC or SC.
• Registered patent attorney with the USPTO.

Education

• Degree in mechanical engineering or chemical engineering.

Certifications

• Admitted to a state Bar.
• Registered with the USPTO.

Skills

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

Benefits

• Healthcare plans.
• Retirement plans.
• Paid time off.

This Vault ranked firm promotes high level work, commitment to pro bono work, and great colleagues and clients. The firm provides creative solutions to complex legal and business problems while offering value-added service to its clients. Amongst its hallmarks are flexibility, practical business sense, and tireless advocacy. The firm is large enough to ensure promptness of service, yet personal enough to maintain the established reputation for individual attention. The firm values relationships, collaboration, thinking ahead, leadership within the profession, and helping those in need through pro bono and community service.