Patent Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Associate Patent Attorney to join its growing Intellectual Property Group in Grand Rapids, MI. The successful candidate will focus on drafting and prosecuting patent applications, conducting freedom-to-operate and landscape analysis, and supporting patentability, invalidity, and non-infringement opinions. This position also provides opportunities to contribute to IP-related litigation and transactional practices within the firm.

Location:

• Grand Rapids, MI

Duties:

• Draft and prosecute patent applications related to clients' global patent and intellectual property strategies.

• Conduct freedom-to-operate and landscape analysis.

• Prepare patentability, invalidity, and non-infringement opinions.

• Support intellectual property-related litigation and transactional practices as needed.

• Collaborate with colleagues and clients to provide strategic IP guidance.

Requirements:

• 1 to 4 years of patent experience.

• Technical background in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical discipline.

• Admission to the Michigan Bar and the U.S. Patent Bar.

• Excellent academic credentials.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active membership in the Michigan Bar (required).

• U.S. Patent Bar registration (required).

Skills:

• Strong patent drafting and prosecution skills.

• Ability to conduct freedom-to-operate and landscape analysis.

• Proficiency in preparing patentability, invalidity, and non-infringement opinions.

• Knowledge of IP-related litigation and transactional practices.

• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with clients and legal teams.

Benefits:

• Hybrid work options.

• Competitive salary and benefits package (specific details not provided).

• Professional growth opportunities within a leading business law firm.

Assisting most successful companies and individuals on a broad range of issues, this nationally recognized firm is committed to exceptional and efficient client service and an enjoyable work environment based on collaboration, respect, and diversity. Focused on long-term goals, the firm maintains the highest ethical standards and provides honest and objective counsel to clients.