Patent Development and Strategy Attorney

A law firm in Philadelphia is seeking a highly skilled Patent Development and Strategy Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience in patent prosecution, with a strong academic background in chemical engineering or chemistry. The role requires effective communication, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines while producing high-quality work.

Duties:

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
• Foster positive work relationships.
• Comply with all firm policies and practices.
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; participating in digital/virtual conference calls; participating in meetings as needed.
• Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• Must be familiar with patent prosecution, client counseling, drafting patent applications, freedom to operate opinions, and due diligence.
• Preferably have transferable skills and strong academic backgrounds from nationally recognized schools.
• Prior experience in a large or mid-sized law firm is preferred.
• Must have a J.D. and be licensed to practice in the state of Massachusetts.
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is required.

Education & Certifications:

• J.D. degree.
• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or chemistry.

Skills:

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines and produce high-quality work under pressure.
• Proficiency in patent prosecution procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to foster positive work relationships.

Benefits:

The firm offers a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

This Amlaw firm is best known for allowing its associates to find a balanced work load that best suites them. As a result, the company operates with an entrepreneurial culture, offers flexible face-time, and values diversity and a work space inclusive of everyone. This firm is also one that values pro-bono work?encouraging their associates to gain real-life experience and take charge of their own opportunities and success.