Patent Prosecution Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Prosecution Associate in Washington, D.C. The ideal candidate will have two to four years of experience in patent prosecution, with a background in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, data science, or physics. This role requires admission to the Bar in the jurisdiction where the work is performed.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications.
• Respond to office actions with persuasive arguments.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their technology and business goals.
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.

Requirements

• Two to four years of experience as a patent associate.
• USPTO registration number required.
• Superior academic credentials.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Member of (or eligible to be a member of) the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Bar.

Education

• Degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, data science, or physics preferred.

Certifications

• USPTO registration required.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and client management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Healthcare and life insurance plans.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellbeing programs.

This firm is one of the nation's acknowledged best in intellectual property work.This medium sized DC firm, with a major office on the West Coast, is made up attorneys who fill the halls with some pretty erudite conversation. Obviously, there is a strong preference here for scientific backgrounds, with an added bonus for people with Ph.d.'s and business development acumen. Pay and benefits are high.