Job Overview:

A law firm in Kansas City, MO, is seeking a highly qualified Mid-Level Medical Devices and Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong academic background, solid law firm, engineering, or industry experience, and exceptional writing and communication skills. The position requires a minimum of 3 years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience, with a focus on medical devices and mechanical products.

Duties:

• Conduct patent preparation and prosecution activities related to medical devices and mechanical engineering.
• Collaborate with inventors, engineers, and clients to understand the technical aspects of inventions.
• Perform legal research to support patent prosecution efforts.
• Draft legal documents, including patent applications and responses to office actions.
• Communicate with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on behalf of clients.

Requirements:

• Possess a high level of academic achievement.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Bachelor's degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering.
• Alternatively, candidates with other engineering disciplines and substantial patent experience in medical devices and/or mechanical products will be considered.
• Admission to the USPTO is required.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering.

Certifications:

• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Skills:

• Solid understanding of medical devices and mechanical engineering principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong legal research abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with inventors, engineers, and clients.
• Proficient in drafting patent applications and responses to office actions.

Ranked as one of the Best Client Relationships firm and as one of the top Best Known Firms in the nation, the attorneys in this firm are invested in understanding their clients? businesses from all angels, including the risks, challenges, and issues affecting their industries. This AmLaw 100 firm values diversity and inclusion. Attorneys strive to build true partnerships with the firm?s clients. The firm invests in its associates by providing opportunities for professional development based on each person?s desired career path. The goal is to give each individual the opportunity to achieve their best and take pride in their performance and quality of work. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.