Chemistry Patent Attorney

A law firm in Rochester, NY, is seeking a Chemistry Patent Attorney with 4+ years of experience to assist in preparing and prosecuting patent applications before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The ideal candidate will possess an undergraduate degree in Chemistry or a similar technical background, be admitted to practice before the USPTO, and demonstrate superior writing and oral communication skills.

Duties:

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO.
• Conduct prior art searches and draft opinions on patentability and clearance.
• Interface with inventors, engineers, and other client stakeholders.
• Support internal teams on various intellectual property matters.
• Maintain high standards of performance and exhibit conscientiousness, dedication, and self-discipline.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and detail-oriented skills.
• Utilize expertise with computer-assisted legal resources and proficiency in MS Office.
• Foster a professional, cooperative, positive, and flexible attitude.
• Develop well-developed interpersonal and client relation skills.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a similar technical background.
• Admission to practice before the USPTO.
• 4+ years of experience in patent application drafting and prosecution.
• Superior writing skills and strong oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and expertise with computer-assisted legal resources.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a similar technical background.

Certifications:

Admission to practice before the USPTO.

Skills:

• Patent application drafting and prosecution.
• Prior art searching and clearance analysis.
• Excellent writing and oral communication.
• MS Office proficiency.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Interpersonal and client relation skills.

With more than a century and a half of experience, this premier law firm is often named as one of the best law firms in the country by the top legal periodicals. Based in New York, this firm is comprised of a sizable team of seasoned attorneys who welcome diversity and actively serve their community. Some of the firm's core practice areas are intellectual property, litigation, and real estate development and finance. The firm also offers an excellent summer associate program.