Patent Prosecution and Litigation Associate - Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Prosecution and Litigation Associate in Charlotte, NC. The ideal candidate will have a background in electrical or mechanical engineering and a passion for intellectual property law. This role involves working with a diverse client base on a national and international scale.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications.
• Engage in patent litigation processes.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their technical innovations.
• Provide strategic advice on intellectual property matters.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of patent prosecution experience.
• Experience with HVAC systems required.
• Knowledge of other intellectual property forms is advantageous.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities.
• Must be barred in the state of employment.
• Registration with the USPTO is mandatory.

Education

• Degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.

Certifications

• USPTO registration.

Skills

• Superior client service ability.
• Desire to develop and invest in a legal career.
• Ability to work with a national and international client platform.

Benefits

• Commitment to a diverse workforce.
• Opportunities for professional development.

This rapidly growing firm has some serious chops with regards to the energy and natural resources, financial, insurance, manufacturing, real estate, retail, transportation, life sciences, communications, and health care sectors. Given the firm?s growth status, this firm promises multiple opportunities for associates to catch a wave and get in on the ground floor of something big.