Intellectual Property Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks an Intellectual Property Associate in Cleveland, OH. The ideal candidate will have a background in engineering or a related technical field and a keen interest in intellectual property law.

• Duties
• Assist in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on intellectual property matters.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their technical innovations.
• Support litigation and enforcement of intellectual property rights.

• Requirements
• 0-5 years of experience in intellectual property law.
• Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is desirable.
• Ability to register with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office shortly after joining.

• Education
• Undergraduate degree in engineering or a technical field.

• Certifications
• Registration with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office preferred.

• Skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in technical and legal research.

• Benefits
• Competitive benefits package.

This Ohio-based firm specializes in intellectual property law, and was established more than one hundred and twenty years ago. Twenty-five knowledgeable attorneys are employed at this firm. It has five primary areas of practice such as trademark, electrical-computer and mechanical.