Mid-Level Patent Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Mid-Level Patent Associate Attorney with at least 2 years of prosecution experience at a firm or in-house. The ideal candidate will have a background in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Machine Learning, or Robotics. The role involves handling patent analysis, opinions of counsel, and IPRs, with additional emphasis on portfolio management. The ability to adapt to evolving skills and firm needs, manage multiple projects and deadlines, and collaborate effectively within a team are crucial for success.

Duties:

• Conducting patent prosecution focusing on Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Data Science, ML, or Robotics.
• Managing patent portfolios and providing strategic advice on portfolio development.
• Involvement in patent analysis, opinions of counsel, and Inter Partes Reviews (IPRs).
• Handling matters related to blockchain, distributed ledgers, video codec, cloud platforms and computing.
• Learning and embracing new skills and best practices as the position evolves.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of prosecution experience at a firm or in-house.
• Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Data Science, ML, or Robotics.
• Admission to the USPTO is a plus.
• Experience with patent analysis/opinions of counsel and IPRs is a plus.

Education:

• Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Data Science, ML, or Robotics.

Certifications:

• Admission to the USPTO is a plus.

Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage time and deadlines for multiple ongoing projects.
• Adaptable and flexible in the face of unexpected challenges.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive situations with discretion.
• Confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Care.
• Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellness Program, Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Competitive Base Pay, Outstanding Benefits.
• Unlimited PTO Plus 10 Paid Holidays.
• Performance Recognition.
• ABA, State, and Local Bar Membership Fee Reimbursement.
• 401(k) with Company Contribution.
• Short-Term Disability Plan, Long-Term Disability Plan.
• Life Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance.
• Parental/Family Leave.
• Respected Organization with a Collaborative Culture.
• Growing Firm with an Exciting Future.
• Healthy Work-Life Balance.
• Flexible Remote Work Policy (Ability to work remotely up to 2.5 days per week).
• Contemporary Work Environment.
• Positive and Respectful Work Climate.

Built on client focus, this firm has been nationally ranked in 15 practice areas by US News. This firm provides strategic, sophisticated, affordable counsel across the country and internationally. Attorneys at this firm focus on their clients' entire organization, not just on the legal matters. They work in collaborative, cross-practice teams which focus not only on legal and regulatory matters, but also on operational issues, market opportunities, and competitive advantage. Additionally, the attorneys at this firm have a deep understanding and experience in a number of industries subject to unique regulatory or rapidly changing market conditions.