Patent Attorney needed for Philadelphia office

A law firm in Philadelphia is seeking a Patent Attorney with 2+ years of experience to support the firm's patent prosecution practice. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in electronics, semi-conductors, circuitry, optics, and lasers. They will be responsible for drafting patent applications, prosecuting applications through the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, and conducting technical research.

Duties:

• Draft patent applications and prosecute applications through the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Draft scientific and technical patent applications clearly and concisely.
• Conduct technical research using available resources to support patent-related matters.
• Collaborate with partners and clients to meet internal and client-driven deadlines.
• Provide technical expertise to assist clients in protecting their technology with patents.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Graduate Degree in a relevant field.
• Proven experience drafting patent applications in electronics, semi-conductors, circuitry, optics, and lasers.
• Registered to practice in front of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Attention to detail, strong writing skills, and analytical skills.
• If appropriate, licensed to practice law in their respective state.

Education:

Bachelor's or Graduate Degree in a relevant field.

Certifications:

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

Skills:

• Technical expertise in electronics, semi-conductors, circuitry, optics, and lasers.
• Ability to draft patent applications clearly and concisely.
• Strong research skills to support patent-related matters.
• Excellent time management skills to meet internal and client-driven deadlines.
• Attention to detail and analytical skills to work effectively under pressure. 

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.