Intellectual Property Associate

Job Overview

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

Duties

• Conduct patent prosecution and related legal 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

• Degree in electrical engineering.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

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 contributions.
• 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.

This law firm was established over a century ago to provide a broad range of legal services. Their areas of practice include antitrust, immigration, real estate, healthcare, family law, business litigation, technology, energy, crisis management, and more. Their offices are located in Boston, New York, Washington DC, Philadelphia, Stamford, and Wilmington.