Patent Development and Strategy Attorney

A law firm in San Diego is seeking a Patent Development and Strategy Attorney to join its team. The ideal candidate should effectively communicate with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties both verbally and in writing. They must produce high-quality work products, meet deadlines, and comply with firm policies. Experience in patent prosecution, client counseling, drafting patent applications, freedom to operate opinions, and due diligence is required. The candidate should possess transferable skills, strong academic backgrounds from nationally recognized schools, and prior experience in a large or mid-sized law firm. A degree in chemical engineering or chemistry, a J.D., and admission to the USPTO are necessary.

Duties:

• Communicate effectively with clients, lawyers, and third parties verbally and in writing
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence efficiently
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product
• Meet deadlines and expectations for work duties
• Foster positive work relationships
• Comply with all firm policies and practices
• Engage in physical and sedentary activities such as computer work and digital/virtual conference calls
• Perform patent prosecution, client counseling, and drafting patent applications
• Conduct freedom to operate opinions and due diligence
• Handle all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned

Requirements:

• 2-4 years of experience in patent prosecution
• Transferable skills and strong academic backgrounds from nationally recognized schools
• Prior experience in a large or mid-sized law firm
• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or chemistry
• J.D. degree
• License to practice law in the state
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or chemistry
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Certifications:

• License to practice law in the state
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to produce high-quality work product efficiently
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in legal research and analysis
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Benefits Offered:

• Comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan

This Amlaw firm is best known for allowing its associates to find a balanced work load that best suites them. As a result, the company operates with an entrepreneurial culture, offers flexible face-time, and values diversity and a work space inclusive of everyone. This firm is also one that values pro-bono work?encouraging their associates to gain real-life experience and take charge of their own opportunities and success.