Patent Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Milwaukee, WI, is actively seeking a qualified Patent Attorney with a background in electrical engineering. The successful candidate will be crucial in patent application drafting and prosecuting, licensing, client counseling, and opinion work. The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of 3 years of experience in patent law.

Duties:

• Drafting and prosecuting patent applications related to electrical engineering.
• Conducting thorough research and analysis to provide legal opinions on patent matters.
• Engaging in client counseling regarding intellectual property strategies and protection.
• Participating in licensing negotiations and drafting licensing agreements.
• Collaborating with inventors, engineers, and other legal professionals to understand and evaluate inventions.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar and in good standing with the relevant state.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience practicing patent law, specifically electrical engineering.
• Strong understanding of patent laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective client interaction.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• A bachelor's or advanced degree in electrical engineering or a related field is highly preferred.

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar and in good standing with the relevant state.

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Legal research and analysis skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Negotiation skills for licensing agreements.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.

This Wisconsin-based law firm has been in business for over 10 years. The firm focuses in all facets of intellectual property law. Patents, trademarks and copyrights are a few of their disciplines. Practice industries are across-the-board. Twenty-one very skilled lawyers are staffed at the firm.