Patent Attorney needed for Washington, DC office

A law firm in Washington, DC is seeking a Patent Attorney with 2+ years of experience to support the firm's patent prosecution practice. The candidate will draft patent applications and prosecute applications through the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, specializing in electronics, semi-conductors, circuitry, optics, and lasers.

Duties:

• Draft patent applications and prosecute applications through the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Conduct technical research using available resources to support patent-related matters.
• Work on assignments from multiple partners and clients, meeting and managing internal and client-driven deadlines.
• Provide technical expertise to assist clients in protecting their technology with patents.
• Collaborate with attorneys and inventors to develop patent strategies.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Graduate Degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience drafting patent applications.
• Specialization in electronics, semi-conductors, circuitry, optics, or lasers.
• Registered to practice in front of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Strong time management skills and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail, strong writing skills, and analytical skills.

Education:

Bachelor's or Graduate Degree in a relevant field.

Certifications:

• Registration to practice in front of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• If appropriate, licensed to practice law in their respective state.

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting scientific and technical patent applications.
• Technical expertise in electronics, semi-conductors, circuitry, optics, or lasers.
• Ability to conduct technical research and analyze complex technical information.
• Strong time management skills to meet deadlines and manage multiple assignments.
• Excellent writing skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys and inventors.

Providing a full range of legal and advocacy services across a broad spectrum of industries, this law firm has offices throughout the U.S. and Shanghai. The firm has extensive experience in advising Asia-based businesses with various business-related matters. Founded over seven decades ago, the firm offers innovative solutions to clients' needs through the knowledge and skills of the attorneys and professionals of diverse backgrounds. The firm provides strategic recruiting and mentoring, networking opportunities, career development, and advancement programs. Providing a flexible and supportive environment where everyone can do their best work, the firm rewards employees not only for professional achievements but also for personal contributions to teamwork environment and cooperation among their colleagues. The firm is active in supporting local communities and providing pro-bono service. The firm and attorneys have numerous recognitions and awards for significant industry knowledge and experience and contributions to communities.