Intellectual Property Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Intellectual Property Associate for its Carmel, IN office. The ideal candidate will have 1 to 4 years of patent prosecution experience and a degree in electrical engineering. Preference is given to candidates with prior work experience as an electrical engineer.

Duties

• Conduct patent prosecution and related tasks.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their intellectual property needs.
• Draft and review patent applications and related documents.
• Provide legal advice on patent-related matters.

Requirements

• 1 to 4 years of patent prosecution experience.
• Degree in electrical engineering.
• Experience as an electrical engineer preferred.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Firm-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Comprehensive medical/prescription drug coverage with firm HSA contribution.
• Employee-paid dental and vision coverage, supplemental health plans, and flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax contributions.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and leaves of absence for work-life balance.
• Free and confidential employee assistance program and behavioral health services.
• Firm-paid back-up child/elder care, academic support, and pet care program.
• Tax-advantaged college savings 529 Plan.
• Employee discounts through Working Advantage.