Associate or Of Counsel - Intellectual Property

Job Overview
A law firm seeks an Associate or Of Counsel to join its Intellectual Property group in Detroit, MI. The ideal candidate will possess an advanced degree and over seven years of experience in patent prosecution, life sciences, and intellectual property.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications.
• Prepare patent opinion letters.
• Provide patent counseling to clients.
• Conduct patent due diligence studies for business transactions.
• Collaborate with other practices to support life science companies.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, or materials science.
• Over seven years of relevant experience.
• Current patent bar membership.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Previous law firm or industry experience.

Education

• Advanced degree in a relevant field.

Certifications

• Patent bar membership.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Superior academic credentials.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401K plan.
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays.
• Bonus opportunities.