Senior Intellectual Property Patent Prosecution Attorney

A law firm in Indianapolis, IN, is seeking a Senior Intellectual Property Patent Prosecution Attorney with 6-8 years of experience in mechanical engineering work. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in engines, transmissions, suspensions, electric drive trains, industrial automation, robotics, pumping technology, and/or consumer products. A degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering is desired for this role.

Job Overview: The Senior Intellectual Property Patent Prosecution Attorney will work closely with partners and clients in patent preparation, prosecution, portfolio management, and clearance matters. The role requires experience or a willingness to mentor junior colleagues. Patent experience in the mechanical and electrical arts will also be considered.

Duties:

• Collaborate with partners and clients in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Manage patent portfolio and clearance matters.
• Mentor junior colleagues in patent-related tasks and procedures.

Requirements:

• 6-8 years of experience in mechanical engineering work.
• Expertise in engines, transmissions, suspensions, electric drive trains, industrial automation, robotics, pumping technology, and/or consumer products.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering preferred.
• Patent Bar admission is required.
• Indiana Bar admission or ability to waive into Indiana required.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering (preferred).

Certifications:

• Patent Bar admission.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical arts.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to mentor junior colleagues.
• Proficiency in patent preparation and prosecution processes.

This full service international law firm has offices in the United States, United Kingdom, and China. They have over 750 legal and consulting professionals that solve complex and business challenges.