Patent Attorney Specializing in Video/Audio Processing

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Attorney specializing in video/audio processing to join their team in Wilmington, NC. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse client base on a national and international scale, focusing on electrical and computer science intellectual property.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their technical innovations.
• Provide strategic advice on patent portfolio development.
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of IP prosecution experience.
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Experience in physics, math, optics, photonics, audio, or image processing preferred.
• Experience with codecs, virtual/augmented reality, and AI is a plus.

Education

• Degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Computer Engineering, or Information Technology.

Certifications

• USPTO admission.

Skills

• Excellent advanced mathematics skills.
• Strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficient in managing confidential information.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision care.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Unlimited PTO plus 10 paid holidays.
• Flexible remote work policy.
• Professional growth and mentorship programs.