Patent Development and Strategy Attorney

A law firm in Boston, Massachusetts, is seeking a Patent Development and Strategy Attorney to join its team. The ideal candidate should have 2-4 years of experience in patent prosecution and must be familiar with patent prosecution, client counseling, drafting patent applications, freedom to operate opinions, and due diligence. The candidate must possess transferable skills, strong academic backgrounds from nationally recognized schools, and prior experience in a large or mid-sized law firm. A degree in chemical engineering or chemistry, along with admission to the USPTO and licensure to practice in the state, is required.

Duties:

• Communicate effectively, 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 and comply with all firm policies and practices
• Engage in physical and sedentary activity, such as working at a computer for extended periods, participating in digital/virtual conference calls, and attending meetings
• Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned

Requirements:

• 2-4 years of experience in patent prosecution
• Familiarity with patent prosecution, client counseling, drafting patent applications, freedom to operate opinions, and due diligence
• Transferable skills and strong academic backgrounds from nationally recognized schools
• Prior experience in a large or mid-sized law firm is preferred
• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or chemistry
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
• Licensure to practice law in the state of Massachusetts

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or chemistry
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Certifications:

• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
• Licensure to practice law in the state of Massachusetts

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work product
• Proficiency in legal research and analysis
• Collaboration and teamwork skills

Benefits Offered:

• Comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan

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.